Water fill fault

Open the supply valve under the sink fully — it may have been partially closed
Open the door and check if the float at the bottom of the tub is stuck in the up position — press it down
Check the supply line for kinks between the valve and the dishwasher
Test the inlet valve solenoid with a multimeter — coil should read 500-1500 ohms
Pro Diagnostic Tip
F6E1 is a fill fault on a budget Amana ADB dishwasher, and the cheapest fix comes first: a plastic float at the tub floor that has hung up on food debris tells the board the tub is already full, so lift and release it a few times before touching the valve. If the float moves freely, the inlet valve is next, and in hard-water areas it calcifies within a few years until it can no longer open. A dead-silent valve during the fill step, with no buzz, points at the solenoid rather than the float.
Repair Difficulty
Moderate — Some Experience NeededEstimated Repair Cost
$75–$200
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Parts That May Need Replacement
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Here's what a professional technician does to resolve this issue:
Open water supply valve
This repair requires bearing pullers, drum spider wrenches, and diagnostic software for control board calibration. Most homeowners find it safer and more cost-effective to have a licensed technician handle it.
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Amana error code F6E1 indicates: Water fill fault. This is a medium-severity issue affecting your dishwasher.
Open the supply valve under the sink fully — it may have been partially closed Then, Open the door and check if the float at the bottom of the tub is stuck in the up position — press it down Then, Check the supply line for kinks between the valve and the dishwasher There are 1 more steps — see the full troubleshooting guide above. If these steps don't resolve the error, contact a professional.
Besides the error code on the display, common signs include: Dishwasher will not fill with water; Fill step drags on far too long; Dishes come out dirty from too little water. If you notice any of these symptoms, check your dishwasher's display panel for error code F6E1.
Repair costs for Amana F6E1 typically range from $75 to $200 depending on the specific cause and parts needed. EasyBear offers free diagnosis when you proceed with the repair. Call (415) 795-7300 for a same-day appointment.