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Kenmore Error Codes

Find troubleshooting guides for all Kenmore error codes.

26 error codes across 5 appliance types

Dishwasher

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CodeMeaning
NOT-CLEANINGFilter, Spray Arm, and Water Temp
medium
NOT-DRAININGPump, Filter, and Drain Hose Fixes
medium
NOT-DRYINGHeated Dry, Rinse Aid, and Vent
medium
WONT-STARTDoor Latch, Control Lock, and Power
medium

Dryer

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CodeMeaning
F01The main electronic control board has detected an internal fault or has failed. The control board manages all dryer functions including heat, motor operation, and cycle timing.
high
HUBLG-Made vs Whirlpool-Made Complete Guide
medium
NOISEKenmore Dryer Making Squeaking, Thumping, or Grinding Noise
medium
NOT-HEATINGThermal Fuse, Element, and Gas Valve Fixes
medium
NOT-SPINNINGBelt, Idler Pulley, and Motor Fixes
medium

Oven

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CodeMeaning
F10F10 on a Kenmore oven indicates the oven temperature has exceeded safe limits. The control board detected a runaway temperature condition.
high
F2F2 on a Kenmore oven means the oven temperature exceeded the maximum threshold during operation. Similar to F10 but may trigger at a lower threshold on some models.
high
F30F30 on a Kenmore oven indicates the lower oven temperature sensor has an open circuit. This code appears on Kenmore double oven models made by Frigidaire (model prefix 790).
medium
NOT-HEATINGFrigidaire-Made vs Whirlpool-Made Diagnosis
medium
WONT-STARTControl Lock and Power Diagnosis
medium

Refrigerator

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CodeMeaning
ER 1FER 1F on a Kenmore 795 refrigerator means the freezer compartment defrost temperature sensor is out of range or has an open/short circuit. This is the same code as LG 1F and affects the same component.
high
ER RFER RF on a Kenmore 795 refrigerator indicates the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment temperature sensor is out of range or has an open/short circuit. The refrigerator cannot accurately control compartment temperature without this sensor.
high
HUBKenmore 795 series refrigerators are manufactured on the LG platform and use the same error code system as LG refrigerators. Codes appear on the front display and indicate sensor failures, fan issues, and communication faults.
low

Washer

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CodeMeaning
5dThe washer's pressure sensor or optical sensor has detected excessive foam in the drum. The wash cycle pauses automatically to allow the suds to dissipate before resuming, to protect the pump and prevent suds from overflowing.
moderate
ELITE-HUBF21, LE, OE, F5E2 Guide
medium
HOW-TO-USEUsage guide for Kenmore front-load and top-load washers covering cycle selection, detergent type and dosing, load balancing, and best practices to prevent common error codes.
low
HUBReference guide covering Kenmore washer fault codes across all series. The 100 and 200 series use the Whirlpool/Maytag platform. The 400 and 500 series use the LG platform. Error codes differ between platforms.
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LEThe motor has locked, stalled, or is drawing excessive current. The control board detected that the motor cannot rotate under load and shut down the cycle to prevent motor burnout.
high
NOT-DRAININGPump Filter Location by Manufacturer
medium
NOT-SPINNINGLG-Made vs Whirlpool-Made Diagnosis Guide
medium
OEThe washer attempted to drain water from the drum but did not complete drainage within the required time. Water remains in the tub at the end of the drain phase.
high
WONT-STARTLid Lock and Control Board by Manufacturer
medium