Whirlpool WFW9700VW Duet Steam-Front Load Washer Error Codes
| ERROR CODE | MEANING | SOLUTION |
|---|---|---|
| "Spin" and "Wash" (HT "Rinse" and "CycleComplete") illuminated or "F20 (or FH)" on display | Water Inlet Problem—no water or insufficient water supply | Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Check the following: Are both hot and cold water faucets completely turned on? Are screens at inlet hose connection to washer clogged? Are water inlet hoses kinked? Are water inlet hoses frozen? Plug in washer or reconnect power. Re-select cycle and press START. If the problem remains, call for service. |
| "Spin," "Wash" (HT "Rinse,""Cycle Com-plete") and "Add a Garment" illuminated or"F21 (or F02)" on display | Drain Problem | Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Check the following: Is the drain hose kinked? Is the drain hose frozen? Is the drain hose clogged? Is the drain hose more than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor? Plug in washer or reconnect power. Re-select cycle and press START. If the problem remains, call for service. |
| “SUD” | Suds Routine | When excessive suds are detected, a suds routine automatically starts. This routine removes extra suds and assures proper rinsing of your garments. “SUD” is displayed during rinsing to inform you that Suds Routine was activated. Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. |
| “F22” | Front door lock | Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Check the following: Is the washer door firmly shut? The door must be completely closed for the washer to operate. The door may look closed, but may not be latched. Open the door and close firmly. Were you washing a large load? Before you close the washer door, check for laundry items sticking out beyond the door opening. Leave enough space in the washer to allow the clothes to tumble freely. An tightly packed basket may keep the door from shutting completely. Reduce your load size if needed. Press POWER and select START |
| “F” codes other than F20, F21, or F22 | Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Select DRAIN/SPIN if there is excessive water in the washer. Re-select cycle and press START. If the problem remains, call for service. |
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| Any other Status light combination | Electrical Problem | Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Select DRAIN/SPIN if there is excessive water in the washer. Re-select cycle and press START. |
Whirlpool Duet Steam Washer Error Codes
| Codes/Cause | Solutions |
|---|---|
| “PF” (power failure) | Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure? Press and hold START to restart the dryer. |
| “E” Variable (E1, E2, E3) | Call for service. |
| “L2” Diagnostic Code. The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning on. | Check the following: Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present. Press any key to clear the code from the display. The Estimated Time Remaining will return on the display. |
| “AF” Diagnostic Code. The dryer vent may be crushed or blocked. | Check the following: Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed. Confirm the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris. Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris. Confirm your vent system falls within the recommended run length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are using. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer. If the message persists, have your entire home venting run cleaned. The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present. Press any key to clear the code from the display. The Estimated Time Remaining will return on the display. |