F21 error code maytag washer

F21 error code maytag washer

What happens when this code appears:

  • A machine stops in the middle of a cycle.
  • The door won’t open.
  • Water won’t drain from the machine.

Why it happens

Most likely, there is a drain problem. Do the following:

  1. Switch on the washer to ensure that the pump is functional.
  2. Make sure that the drain hose is not clogged or kinked.
  3. Switch off the washer and disconnect it from the mains.
  4. Check the wiring at the pump and make sure the pump is rotating.
  5. Make sure the pump filter is not blocked by debris or foreign objects.
  6. Plug it back in and restart.

If the code does not go away, contact your technical service provider and use professional help.