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Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes

All Maytag dishwasher error codes with step-by-step troubleshooting, multimeter specs, and OEM part numbers.

15 error codes

CodeMeaning
E1 F9The drain cycle ran but water level in the tub did not drop within the timeout window -- same fault as F9 E1, displayed in reversed order on some Maytag control board firmware versions
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F6 E1The water level sensor did not detect sufficient water in the tub after the fill valve was commanded to open during the fill cycle
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F8 E4The wash motor circuit has faulted -- the motor failed to start, drew a current spike, or the motor control relay on the board failed
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F9 E1The drain cycle ran but water level in the tub did not drop to the expected level within the timeout window
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FA E4The FA E4 error code on Maytag dishwashers indicates a flood protection (FA) fault with a specific sub-code (E4) pointing to the anti-flood sensor detecting water in the base pan. On Maytag Quiet Series models, FA is the flood alert system - when water accumulates in the machine's bottom base pan (below the tub), a float or sensor triggers FA to prevent water from reaching the floor. E4 specifically identifies that the anti-flood sensor registered water where it should not be.
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H2OThe H2O error code on Maytag dishwashers indicates the machine did not detect water entering the tub within the required fill time. Maytag dishwashers share the Whirlpool control platform and use the same fill-monitoring logic: if the water level sensor does not confirm a fill within 4 minutes, the control board stops the cycle and displays H2O. The root cause is either a blocked water supply, a failed inlet valve, or a faulty float switch reporting the tub is already full.
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HUBHub page covering all Maytag dishwasher error codes on the Whirlpool DTM platform with Maytag-specific diagnostic angles
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LEAKINGA Maytag dishwasher leaking has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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NOISECauses and Fixes
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NOT-CLEANINGA Maytag dishwasher not cleaning dishes has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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NOT-DRAININGA Maytag dishwasher not draining has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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NOT-DRYINGA Maytag dishwasher not drying dishes has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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NOT-DRYINGMaytag Dishwasher Not Drying: PowerDry Fan, Heated Dry, and Rinse Aid
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SMELLSA Maytag dishwasher smells bad has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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WONT-STARTA Maytag dishwasher won't start has specific causes related to Maytag's design and component choices.
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