Whirlpool & Maytag · Washer
F7 E1
Motor drive error
What causes it
Motor control board or wiring fault.
What to check before calling
- ✓Power-cycle the washer at the breaker.
- ✓If the code returns immediately, avoid running further cycles — this usually needs a technician.
What happens when you call us
If those checks don't clear the F7 E1 code, it's usually a sign of a failed part rather than something to keep resetting. A technician runs a full diagnostic on your washer, 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 F7 E1?
Same-day diagnosis and repair across Las Vegas, Henderson, and Summerlin. $89 service call, waived with repair.
Other Washer Error Codes
Not seeing F7 E1, or want to compare it against a different code on the display? Here's what these other common washer codes mean.