Please do take care to read the information thoroughly as it is there to help you understand fault codes and to keep you safe. There are also some help, tips and hints with a lot of the fault codes published here that you usually will not find anywhere else and, as we learn, we add more information so if you can't find what you need please ask in the forums.
Before using this section please understand that fault or error codes are used as a diagnostic aid, they are not a replacement for diagnostic skill on the part of the person repairing the product and are not in any way usually going to point to the precise component that is faulty. All they do is give you an idea of where to start looking for the fault.
Whirlpool AWO/D & AWD Series Washing Machine Fault Codes
Known fault codes or error codes for Whirlpool AWO/D & AWD Series Washing Machine.
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We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums.
F00
Drain pump triac failure
- Issue:
- Check drainage pump or possible PCB failure
- Check drainage pump
- Check wiring
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
FH
No incoming water detected
- Issue:
- Check water supply and hose
- Check water valves
- Check pressure switch
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
FA
Aquastop failure
- Issue:
- Check Aquastop switch
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
FP
Failure to drain
- Issue:
- Check drainage pump filter for blockages
- Check blockage in the drain hose in waste system
- Check drainage pump
- Check pressure switch
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F5
NTC Sensor (thermistor) failure
- Issue:
- Check thermistor (NTC)
- Check the wirings to thermistor and the PCB
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F6
Motor tacho not detected, no motor action
- Issue:
- Check motor tachometer
- Check wiring and connections to the motor and PCB
- Check motor carbon brushes
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F7
Triac short circuit
- Issue:
- Check electronic module
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F8
Heating element open circuit
- Issue:
- Check continuity on heating element
- Check relay (if fitted)
- Check heating element wiring to PCB
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F9
Overflow
- Issue:
- Check the amount of detergent being used to ensure that there has been no excessive foam
- Check pressure chamber
- Check pressure switch
- Check wiring to pressure sensor
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F10
Motor control unit or motor thermal safety operated
- Issue:
- Check connections to circuit board (PCB)
- Check motor thermal cut out
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F11
Communications error
- Issue:
- Check wiring between boards where more than one is fitted
- Check electronic control units (PCB)
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F12
Heater element short circuit
- Issue:
- Check water heating element
- Check relay if fitted
- Check wiring to heating element and PCB connection
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F13
Dispenser circuit fault- normally door lock related
- Issue:
- Check door interlock
- Check wiring to door interlock and PCB connection
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
F14
EEPROM failure
- Issue:
- Check electronic module (PCB)
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Whirlpool Washing Machine Repairs in London.
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