Whirlpool & Maytag · Dryer
E1 / F70
Thermistor or communication error (model-dependent)
What causes it
Sensor or wiring fault — exact meaning varies by model number.
What to check before calling
- ✓Power-cycle the dryer at the breaker.
- ✓Check your model number against Whirlpool/Maytag's code chart, since this code varies by platform.
What happens when you call us
If those checks don't clear the E1 / F70 code, it's usually a sign of a failed part rather than something to keep resetting. A technician runs a full diagnostic on your dryer, 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.
Still showing E1 / F70?
Same-day diagnosis and repair across Las Vegas, Henderson, and Summerlin. $89 service call, waived with repair.
Other Dryer Error Codes
Not seeing E1 / F70, or want to compare it against a different code on the display? Here's what these other common dryer codes mean.