Complete Diagnostics Database
Whirlpool Error Codes
Whirlpool Error Codes
& Diagnostics
Find what your error code means, how serious it is, and what to do next. Covers all appliances.
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Type the code shown on your appliance display (e.g., F84)
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Select Your Appliance Type
8 codes
Refrigerator
Most searched:
SY CE
6 codes
Fridge
Most searched:
HI
6 codes
Freezer
Most searched:
SY CF
6 codes
Ice Maker
Most searched:
HI
11 codes
Washer
Most searched:
F7E5
10 codes
Dryer
Most searched:
F6E2
9 codes
Dishwasher
Most searched:
F7E1
9 codes
Oven
Most searched:
F0E2
7 codes
Cooktop
Most searched:
F47
5 codes
Range
Most searched:
F1E1
6 codes
Range Hood
Most searched:
E3
8 codes
Microwave
Most searched:
F7
Quick Access
Most Searched Error Codes
PO
The compact fridge detected a power interruption and is alerting you that temperatures inside may have risen during the outage. Common on Whirlpool WUR and WHR mini-fridge models after a power loss event.
Fridge
Medium
HI
The compact fridge interior temperature has risen significantly above the set point. Whirlpool WUR and WHR series under-counter units display HI when the sensor detects unsafe warming that threatens stored food.
Fridge
High
LO
The compact fridge interior has dropped below a safe low threshold, risking freezing of stored items. Whirlpool WHR and WUR series mini-fridges display LO when the temperature sensor detects abnormally cold conditions.
Fridge
Medium
CF
The compact fridge control board has lost communication with one or more internal sensors or components. Seen on Whirlpool WUR and WHR series mini-fridges, the CF code indicates an electronic control issue requiring investigation.
Fridge
High
dE
The compact fridge has detected a defrost system failure. On Whirlpool WUR and WHR series under-counter and beverage units, dE means the automatic defrost cycle did not complete as expected, leading to ice buildup.
Fridge
Medium
Complete Code Directory
Code
Appliance
Meaning
Severity
E0
Cooktop
The cooktop has detected an issue with its incoming power supply. The control board measured a voltage or frequency value outside the acceptable range for safe cooktop operation, triggering this protective shutdown code.
High
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F-CT
Cooktop
The cooktop has detected a fault with one or more of its surface temperature sensors. The control board is receiving a reading from a cooktop sensor that is out of the expected range or shows no signal at all.
High
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F1
Cooktop
The cooktop main control board has detected an internal fault. The board's self-diagnostic routine identified an error in its own logic circuitry or memory, preventing normal control of the heating elements.
High
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F2
Cooktop
The cooktop touch control panel has experienced an error in its input processing circuit. The panel has detected an unexpected or sustained touch signal that it cannot associate with a valid user command.
Medium
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F47
Cooktop
The cooktop has detected a communication error between the main control board and a secondary module, such as the power bridge board or an individual element control module. Data exchange between these components has failed or produced unexpected results.
High
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LOC
Cooktop
The control lock feature is currently activated on the cooktop. All touch panel inputs are disabled to prevent unintended or unauthorized activation of the heating elements while the lock is engaged.
Low
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PAN
Cooktop
The induction cooktop has detected that a pan or cookware is not present, is incorrectly positioned, or is not compatible with induction cooking on the active element zone. Induction elements require ferromagnetic cookware to complete the cooking circuit.
Low
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F1E1
Dishwasher
The main control board has detected an internal thermistor failure. The board cannot accurately regulate wash and dry temperatures, causing the dishwasher to abort the cycle to prevent damage to dishes or internal components.
High
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F2E1
Dishwasher
The control board has detected that one or more buttons on the user interface keypad are stuck or registering a continuous press signal. The dishwasher will not start a new cycle until the stuck key condition is resolved.
Medium
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F3E1
Dishwasher
The wash water temperature sensor (thermistor) is reading an open circuit, meaning the control board receives no valid temperature signal. The dishwasher cannot heat water to the correct temperature and halts the cycle to prevent damage.
Medium
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