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Complete reference guide with 31+ error codes for KitchenAid appliances. Find your error code below, understand the cause, and learn if it's a DIY fix or needs professional repair.
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| Code | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| F1E1 | Water temperature sensor open Causes: NTC thermistor failure, Wiring to sensor broken, Connector corrosion | medium |
| F1E2 | Water temperature sensor shorted Causes: Sensor internally shorted, Wiring shorted to ground, Water intrusion in connector | medium |
| F2E2 | User interface board fault Causes: UI board failure, Stuck button, Moisture damage, Membrane switch wear | medium |
| F3E1 | Thermistor/OWI sensor fault Causes: Optical water indicator sensor dirty, Sensor failure, Wiring fault | medium |
| F5E1 | Door switch fault Causes: Door switch failure, Door latch not engaging, Switch wiring damaged | medium |
| F5E2 | Door will not close properly Causes: Upper rack pushed back too far, Door latch misaligned, Door spring broken, Door hinge worn | medium |
| F6E4 | Water flow meter error Causes: Flow meter turbine stuck, Flow meter electronic failure, Debris blocking turbine | medium |
| F7E1 | Wash motor fault Causes: Wash motor failure, Capacitor failure, Control board relay welded, Impeller jammed | high |
| F8E1 | Slow water fill Causes: Water supply valve not fully open, Inlet valve screen clogged, Low water pressure, Inlet valve failure | medium |
| F8E4 | Drain pump fault Causes: Drain filter clogged, Drain pump impeller blocked, Pump motor failed, Check valve stuck | medium |
| F9E1 | Drain time exceeded Causes: Kinked drain hose, Disposal knockout not removed, High loop not installed, Weak drain pump | medium |
| F2E1 | Stuck key on the control panel Causes: A single control key held down or shorted, Membrane switch worn under a high-use button, Food splatter bridging a key contact, Cracked touch overlay on the door top edge | medium |
| F6E1 | No water detected entering the tub Causes: Supply shutoff valve closed, Inlet valve solenoid failed, Inlet screen fully blocked by scale, No household water pressure at the appliance | medium |