Whirlpool Top Load Washer Error Code F8E6: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool top load washer error code F8E6 means: Depending on the model, either the lid is open during a soak or no hot water was detected. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: close the lid.

Quick facts

Code	F8E6
Also shown as	F8 E6
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool top load washer (top load washers)
System	Water fill
Official meaning	Depending on the model, either the lid is open during a soak or no hot water was detected. [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 F8E6 means on a Whirlpool top load washer

Depending on the model, either the lid is open during a soak or no hot water was detected. [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 F8E6 (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.

Close the lid. If it was soaking, close the lid to resume.
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 F8E6 mean on a Whirlpool top load washer?

Whirlpool lists F8E6 as follows: Depending on the model, either the lid is open during a soak or no hot water was detected.

Is it safe to keep using the top load washer with F8E6?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Whirlpool top load washer error F8E6 myself?

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

Is F8 E6 the same as F8E6?

Yes. Whirlpool's documentation lists F8 E6 with the same meaning as F8E6; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

Whirlpool Product Help: F8E6 - Error Code (official)

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