Whirlpool, Maytag & GE · Dishwasher
F1 – F9 (model-dependent)
Control board, motor, or sensor fault
What causes it
Exact meaning varies significantly by model year — check your use & care guide, or call for an exact read.
What it means in practice
These F codes are used on many models, and the exact meaning changes with the model year. They usually indicate a control board, motor or sensor fault.
What to check before calling
- ✓Power-cycle the dishwasher at the breaker for 1 minute.
- ✓Check your model number against the manufacturer's code chart — these vary a lot by year, so we recommend calling for an exact read.
- ✓Note the exact code and your model number.
- ✓Try a power reset by switching off the breaker for a minute.
When to call a technician
Call with the model number and the code, and we can tell you what it means for your machine.
If those checks don't clear the F1 – F9 (model-dependent) code, it's usually a sign of a failed part rather than something to keep resetting. A technician runs a full diagnostic on your dishwasher, confirms the cause, and quotes the repair before any work starts. The $89 service call is waived if you go ahead with the repair, and parts and labor are covered by our 90-day warranty on parts & labor.
Common question
Why do the same codes mean different things?
Manufacturers reuse codes across designs. The model number tells us which fault list applies.
Still showing F1 – F9 (model-dependent)?
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Other Dishwasher Error Codes
Not seeing F1 – F9 (model-dependent), or want to compare it against a different code on the display? Here's what these other common dishwasher codes mean.