Maytag Washer Error Codes
Maytag washers show F-codes or short letter codes on most models when a cycle is interrupted. Here is what the common codes mean and the first thing to check.
MeaningDoor lock problem
First thing to tryClose the lid or door firmly and make sure nothing is caught in it. If it will not lock, call a technician.
MeaningLong fill — water supply problem
First thing to tryOpen both faucets fully and check the inlet hoses and screens for kinks or clogs. If it comes back, call a technician.
MeaningLong drain
First thing to tryCheck the drain hose for kinks and clean the drain pump filter if your model has one. If it comes back, call a technician.
MeaningToo many suds
First thing to tryLet the cycle finish and use less HE detergent next time.
MeaningBasket speed problem
First thing to tryRemove a few items, close the lid and restart the cycle. If it returns, call a technician.
MeaningCommunication error between boards
First thing to tryTurn the power off for a minute and restart. If it returns, call a technician.
MeaningWater level (pressure) sensor
First thing to tryRestart the washer once. A recurring F3E1 needs a technician.
MeaningItems detected during a Clean Washer cycle
First thing to tryRemove all laundry from the drum and run the Clean Washer cycle empty.
MeaningControl lock is on (a setting, not an error)
First thing to tryPress and hold the control lock button for about 3 seconds to turn it off.
| Code | Meaning | First thing to try |
|---|---|---|
| F5E2 | Door lock problem | Close the lid or door firmly and make sure nothing is caught in it. If it will not lock, call a technician. |
| F8E1 / LF | Long fill — water supply problem | Open both faucets fully and check the inlet hoses and screens for kinks or clogs. If it comes back, call a technician. |
| F9E1 / LD | Long drain | Check the drain hose for kinks and clean the drain pump filter if your model has one. If it comes back, call a technician. |
| F0E2 / SUD | Too many suds | Let the cycle finish and use less HE detergent next time. |
| F7E1 | Basket speed problem | Remove a few items, close the lid and restart the cycle. If it returns, call a technician. |
| F6E2 / F6E3 | Communication error between boards | Turn the power off for a minute and restart. If it returns, call a technician. |
| F3E1 | Water level (pressure) sensor | Restart the washer once. A recurring F3E1 needs a technician. |
| F0E1 | Items detected during a Clean Washer cycle | Remove all laundry from the drum and run the Clean Washer cycle empty. |
| LOC / LC | Control lock is on (a setting, not an error) | Press and hold the control lock button for about 3 seconds to turn it off. |
Safety first
Unplug the appliance before you check or clean anything. For gas appliances, if you smell gas, stop, leave the area and call a professional.
Error codes vary by model and year — check your model's manual.
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Maytag Washer Error Codes — FAQ
Turn the washer off, fix the cause (water supply, drain, load) and restart the cycle. If the same code keeps appearing, call a technician.
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