Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Code F9E2: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool dishwasher error code F9E2 means: Whirlpool lists F9E2 as a drain motor error. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check the disposer plug.

Quick facts

Code	F9E2
Also shown as	F9 E2
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool dishwasher
System	Drain
Official meaning	Whirlpool lists F9E2 as a drain motor error. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538

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

What error code F9E2 means on a Whirlpool dishwasher

Whirlpool lists F9E2 as a drain motor error. [1]

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

How to fix Whirlpool dishwasher error code F9E2 (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 Whirlpool's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Check the disposer plug. On a new install, make sure the disposer knock-out plug has been removed.
Clear clogs. Check the disposer and drain for clogs.
Straighten the hose. Straighten a kinked drain hose and check it is routed correctly inside the frame.
Reset the dishwasher. Unplug it, or switch off its breaker if hard-wired, for 30 seconds, then restore power.

Parts that may be involved

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

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

F9E2 returns after a reset
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 F9E2 mean on a Whirlpool dishwasher?

Whirlpool lists F9E2 as follows: Whirlpool lists F9E2 as a drain motor error.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with F9E2?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Whirlpool dishwasher error F9E2 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: check the disposer plug. If it persists, call a technician or Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Is F9 E2 the same as F9E2?

Yes. Whirlpool's documentation lists F9 E2 with the same meaning as F9E2; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

Whirlpool Product Help: F9E2 - Dishwasher (official)

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