Whirlpool Top Load Washer Error Code F3E2: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool top load washer error code F3E2 means: The hot and cold inlet hoses may be on the wrong inlets, or a supply is off. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check hose positions.

Quick facts

Code	F3E2
Also shown as	F3 E2
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool top load washer (top load washers)
System	Water fill
Official meaning	The hot and cold inlet hoses may be on the wrong inlets, or a supply is off. [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 F3E2 means on a Whirlpool top load washer

The hot and cold inlet hoses may be on the wrong inlets, or a supply is off. [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 top load washer error code F3E2 (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 hose positions. Make sure the hot hose is on the hot valve and the cold hose on the cold valve.
Open both valves. Make sure both valves are fully open and both hoses are connected.

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

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 F3E2 mean on a Whirlpool top load washer?

Whirlpool lists F3E2 as follows: The hot and cold inlet hoses may be on the wrong inlets, or a supply is off.

Is it safe to keep using the top load washer with F3E2?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Whirlpool top load washer error F3E2 myself?

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

Is F3 E2 the same as F3E2?

Yes. Whirlpool's documentation lists F3 E2 with the same meaning as F3E2; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

Whirlpool Product Help: F3E2 - Error Code (official)

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