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817-900-8324Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana, and Jenn-Air dishwashers share the same control platform, so they use the same F#E# fault codes (older models flash the Clean light instead). Many are simple, do-it-yourself fixes. Here’s what each code means, what to try first, and when to call a technician.
| Code | What it means | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| F2E1 | Stuck control button | Check each button on the panel; free any that stick |
| F2E2 | Control / keypad communication | Reset: cut power for 1 minute |
| F6E1 / F6E3 / F6E4 | Won’t fill | Check the water supply is on and the inlet hose/valve; may need a valve |
| F7E2 | Drain fault | Clear the drain hose and filter of clogs |
| F8E1 / F8E2 / F8E4 | Water-flow / wash-system fault | Check water pressure and supply; may need service |
| F9E1 / F9E2 | Won’t drain | Clear the drain blockage; drain pump may need service |
| F10E4 / FAE4 | Overflow detected | Stop the cycle; this one needs service |
| Clean light flashing | Blink-pattern code (no display) | Count the blinks; run the diagnostic cycle |
Codes vary by model — check your manual if yours isn’t listed.
The dishwasher isn’t getting water. Try first: confirm the under-sink supply valve is fully open and the inlet hose isn’t kinked. Still stuck? The inlet valve may need replacing.
The dishwasher couldn’t drain. Try first: clean the filter and clear the drain hose; if it’s a new install, remove the garbage-disposal knockout plug. Still stuck? See dishwasher not draining.
A control-panel communication glitch. Try first: cut power at the breaker for a full minute to reset. Returns? The control panel may need service.
A water-flow or wash-system problem. Try first: check water pressure and that the spray arms turn freely. This one often needs a technician.
Most dishwasher error codes come down to a clogged filter, a kinked hose, or an inexpensive part — repairing is almost always cheaper than replacing. If a code won’t clear, we repair Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Jenn-Air dishwashers (and every major brand) across DFW, usually same-day. Not sure yours is worth fixing? See our dishwasher repair-or-replace guide.
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