Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer Error Code F8 E5: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error code F8 E5 means: Hot & cold fill hoses are reversed. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	F8 E5
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer
System	Water fill
Meaning (service chart)	Hot & cold fill hoses are reversed. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538
Source document	Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code F8 E5 means on a Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer

Hot & cold fill hoses are reversed. [1]

This is a water fill code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error code F8 E5 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (F8 E5) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your belt-drive top-load washer and order the right parts.
Check the fill hoses. Check the fill hoses.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F8 E5 comes back after these checks, stop using the washer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Inlet water valve wire harness

When to call a technician

If they are connected properly then the inlet water thermistor (temperature sensor) will probably need to be replaced.
That component is part of the Inlet Water Valve Wire Harness.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F8 E5 mean on a Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer?

The Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart lists F8 E5 as follows: Hot & cold fill hoses are reversed.

Is it safe to keep using the Belt-drive top-load washer with F8 E5?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error F8 E5 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Whirlpool.