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Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes: Full List & Meanings

Every Whirlpool dishwasher error code we have verified against Whirlpool's own support pages, with its official meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Codes by system

Drain

Whirlpool dishwasher F9E1 (long drain) Whirlpool dishwasher F9E2 (drain motor error)

Water fill

Whirlpool dishwasher F8E1 (not detecting water) Whirlpool dishwasher F8E4 (water supply / install issue) Whirlpool dishwasher F8E2 (fill valve electric error)

Leak protection

Whirlpool dishwasher F8E5 (fill valve stuck open) Whirlpool dishwasher F6E4 (water float switch) Whirlpool dishwasher FAE5 (diverter leak)

Suds / detergent

Whirlpool dishwasher F6E3 (excessive suds)

All Whirlpool dishwasher error codes

Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.

CodeOfficial meaningSystemOwner action
F9E1The dishwasher is taking too long to drain. Also: F9 E1, 9 flashes, pause, 1 flashDrainOwner checks
F9E2Whirlpool lists F9E2 as a drain motor error. Also: F9 E2DrainOwner checks
F8E1The dishwasher is not detecting water. Also: F8 E1, H2O, H20, 8 flashes, pause, 1 flashWater fillOwner checks
F8E4Whirlpool's F8E4 guidance covers newly installed dishwashers: water supply connections and the float switch. Also: F8 E4Water fillOwner checks
F8E5The fill valve is stuck open. Also: F8 E5, 8 flashes, pause, 5 flashesLeak protectionOwner checks
F6E3Excessive suds were detected. Also: F6 E3Suds / detergentOwner checks
F6E4The water float switch has activated. An unlevel dishwasher can trip it. Also: F6 E4Leak protectionOwner checks
FAE5Whirlpool lists FAE5 as a diverter leak. Also: FA E5, F10E5, 10 flashes, pause, 5 flashesLeak protectionOwner checks
F8E2Whirlpool lists F8E2 as a fill valve electrical error. Also: F8 E2Water fillOwner checks
F1E1Whirlpool lists F1E1 as: control module. Also: F1 E1Control / electronicsReset only
F1E2Whirlpool lists F1E2 as: main control communication error. Also: F1 E2Control / electronicsReset only
F2E1Whirlpool lists F2E1 as: stuck key or console error. Also: F2 E1Control / electronicsReset only
F2E2Whirlpool lists F2E2 as: main control communication error. Also: F2 E2Control / electronicsReset only
F3E2Whirlpool lists F3E2 as: thermistor or OWI sensor. Also: F3 E2Control / electronicsReset only
F4E2Whirlpool lists F4E2 as: heating system. Also: F4 E2Control / electronicsReset only
F4E3Whirlpool lists F4E3 as: heating error. Also: F4 E3Control / electronicsReset only
F6E1Whirlpool lists F6E1 as: user interface error / main control. Also: F6 E1Control / electronicsReset only
F7E2Whirlpool lists F7E2 as: wash motor error. Also: F7 E2Control / electronicsReset only
FAE4Whirlpool lists FAE4 as: diverter valve error. Also: FA E4, F10E4Control / electronicsReset only
Sanitize light flashingThe dishwasher did not reach the sanitizing temperature.Status / reminderService

Symptoms

Dishwasher Leaking Dishwasher Not Draining All dishwashers All Whirlpool error codes

Sources

  1. Whirlpool Product Help: 10 Pause 5 Pause - pause%2C repeat - Error Code - Dishwasher (official)
  2. Whirlpool Product Help: 8 Pause 1 Pause - pause%2C repeat - Error Code - Dishwasher (official)
  3. Whirlpool Product Help: 8 Pause 4 Pause - pause%2C repeat - Error Code - Dishwasher (official)
  4. Whirlpool Product Help: 8 Pause 5 Pause - pause%2C repeat - Error Code - Dishwasher (official)
  5. Whirlpool Product Help: 9 Pause 1 Pause - pause%2C repeat - Error Code - Dishwasher (official)
  6. Whirlpool Product Help: F1E1 - Dishwasher (official)
  7. Whirlpool Product Help: F1E2- Dishwasher (official)
  8. Whirlpool Product Help: F2E1- Dishwasher (official)
  9. Whirlpool Product Help: F2E2- Dishwasher (official)
  10. Whirlpool Product Help: F3E2- Dishwasher (official)
  11. Whirlpool Product Help: F4E2 - Dishwasher (official)
  12. Whirlpool Product Help: F4E3 - Dishwasher (official)
  13. Whirlpool Product Help: F6E1 - Dishwasher (official)
  14. Whirlpool Product Help: F6E3- Dishwasher (official)
  15. Whirlpool Product Help: F6E4- Dishwasher (official)
  16. Whirlpool Product Help: F7E2 - Dishwasher (official)
  17. Whirlpool Product Help: F8E2- Dishwasher (official)
  18. Whirlpool Product Help: F8E4 - Dishwasher (official)
  19. Whirlpool Product Help: F8E5 - Dishwasher (official)
  20. Whirlpool Product Help: F9E1 - Dishwasher (official)
  21. Whirlpool Product Help: F9E2 - Dishwasher (official)
  22. Whirlpool Product Help: FAE4 or F10E4 - Dishwasher (official)
  23. Whirlpool Product Help: FAE5 or F10E5 - Dishwasher (official)
  24. Whirlpool Product Help: H2O - Dishwasher (official)
  25. Whirlpool Product Help: Sanitize Light Flashing - Dishwasher (official)

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