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Every Whirlpool HE dishwasher error code in the Whirlpool HE dishwasher error-code chart, as published by Sears PartsDirect, with its meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.
Codes by system
All Whirlpool HE 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.
| Code | Meaning | System | Owner action |
|---|---|---|---|
| F1E1 | Stuck relay on the electronic control board. Also: F1 E1, 1-1 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F1E2 | Damaged or corrupted memory on control board. Incompatible software components inside microprocessor.,. Also: F1 E2, 1-2 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F2E1 | Stuck button on the user interface control. Also: F2 E1, 2-1 | Control / electronics | See page |
| F2E2 | User interface control can't communicate with electronic control board. Also: F2 E2, 2-2 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F3E1 | Thermistor/OWI sensor failure (The thermistor is the water temperature sensor, the OWI sensor is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water.). Also: F3 E1, 3-1 | Heating | Service |
| F3E2 | Shorted thermistor/OWI sensor. Also: F3 E2, 3-2 | Heating | Service |
| F3E3 | OWI failed to calibrate or the drain hose check valve failed, allowing dirty water to backflow into the dishwasher. Also: F3 E3, 3-3 | Drain | See page |
| F4E1 | Communication error between the electronic control board and the circulation pump motor. Also: F4 E1, 4-1 | Motor / drive | Reset only |
| F4E2 | Communication error between the electronic control board and the circulation pump motor. Also: F4 E2, 4-2 | Motor / drive | Reset only |
| F5E1 | Door switch failure. This code appears if you don't close the door within 4 seconds of pressing the Start/Resume button, or if the door latch assembly is broken. When starting a cycle, close the door within 4 seconds after pressing Start/Resume. Also: F5 E1, 5-1 | Door / lock | Reset only |
| F5E2 | Control detects door not opening. The electronic control board expects to see the door open between cycles or the dishwasher won't start the next time you try to start a new cycle. Also: F5 E2, 5-2 | Door / lock | See page |
| F6E1 | Won't fill. Also: F6 E1, 6-1 | Water fill | See page |
| F6E2 | Water inlet valve failure. Also: F6 E2, 6-2 | Water fill | See page |
| F6E3 | Suds or air are in the water pump. The drain pump will run for 3 minutes. The water level should just touch the bottom of the overfill float mushroom. Also: F6 E3, 6-3 | Suds / detergent | See page |
| F6E4 | The float switch is open. Also: F6 E4, 6-4 | Sensors | See page |
| F6E6 | Incoming water is too cold. Also: F6 E6, 6-6 | Heating | See page |
| F6E7 | Disconnected or damaged flow meter. Also: F6 E7, 6-7 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F6E8 | Problem with water softener regeneration valve (Water Softener Models Only). Also: F6 E8, 6-8 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F7E1 | Heating element doesn't work. Also: F7 E1, 7-1 | Heating | Reset only |
| F7E2 | Heating element won't shut off. Also: F7 E2, 7-2 | Heating | Reset only |
| F8E1 | Slow drain. Also: F8 E1, 8-1 | Drain | See page |
| F8E2 | Drain pump electrical problem. Also: F8 E2, 8-2 | Drain | Reset only |
| F9E1 | Electronic control board can't detect the position of the diverter disc. The diverter motor positions the disc that directs the water through the lower spray arm or the upper spray arm. The diverter motor also monitors the position of the diverter disc and sends position signals to the electronic control board. Also: F9 E1, 9-1 | Control / electronics | Service |
| F9E2 | Diverter motor is stuck on. The diverter relay on the electronic control board is defective. Also: F9 E2, 9-2 | Motor / drive | Service |
| FAE1 | Detergent dispenser failure. Also: FA E1, 10-1 | Suds / detergent | Reset only |
| FAE2 | Vent wax motor electrical problem. Also: FA E2, 10-2 | Venting / airflow | Reset only |
| FAE3 | Drying fan failure. Also: FA E3, 10-3 | Venting / airflow | Reset only |
Symptoms
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Whirlpool HE dishwasher error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Whirlpool.