Whirlpool Front Load Washer Error Code CL: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool front load washer error code CL means: A reminder to run the Clean Washer cycle. It appears after 30 cycles. [1] Keep using it? Yes. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: run clean washer.

Quick facts

Code	CL
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool front load washer (front load washers)
System	Status / reminder
Official meaning	A reminder to run the Clean Washer cycle. It appears after 30 cycles. [1]
Keep using it?	Yes
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 CL means on a Whirlpool front load washer

A reminder to run the Clean Washer cycle. It appears after 30 cycles. [1]

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

How to fix Whirlpool front load washer error code CL (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.

Run Clean Washer. The code clears after a Clean Washer cycle, or after three more cycles.

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 CL mean on a Whirlpool front load washer?

Whirlpool lists CL as follows: A reminder to run the Clean Washer cycle. It appears after 30 cycles.

Is it safe to keep using the front load washer with CL?

Yes.

Can I fix Whirlpool front load washer error CL myself?

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

Sources

Whirlpool Product Help: CL Code - Front Load Washer (official)

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