
WHIRLPOOL
Whirlpool Washing Machine Troubleshooting
10 error codes with step-by-step fixes, safety warnings, and Amazon tool links.
All error codes
Error F03 indicates a pressure sensor malfunction in your Whirlpool washing machine.
25 min · skill: intermediate
Error F05 indicates a temperature sensor malfunction in your Whirlpool washing machine.
25 min · skill: intermediate
Whirlpool error F08 indicates a heating element problem.
30 min · skill: intermediate
Error F11 indicates a communication failure between the main control board and the motor control unit in your Whirlpool washing machine.
25 min · skill: intermediate
Error F21 indicates a drain failure on your Whirlpool washing machine, meaning water is not draining from the tub during the cycle.
20 min · skill: beginner
Error FH on a Whirlpool washing machine indicates the drum has not filled with water within the allowed time.
15 min · skill: beginner
Error Lid on a Whirlpool top-load washing machine indicates the lid switch has not detected the lid as fully closed.
20 min · skill: beginner
Error Lr on a Whirlpool washing machine indicates a locked rotor: the motor is energised but the drum cannot rotate.
30 min · skill: intermediate
Error oF on a Whirlpool washing machine indicates an overflow condition: the water level inside the drum has exceeded the safe maximum.
45 min · skill: intermediate
Error SUDS on a Whirlpool washing machine indicates the drum has detected excessive foam during the wash or spin cycle.
30 min · skill: beginner