Whirlpool washer faults: choose the symptom

The letter-and-number labels below are error codes shown on the washer—not model numbers. Choose by code or symptom. You will verify the full model number before any checks.

The model tag is commonly under the lid or around the door opening.

Washer error code · F9 E1 / DRN

Not draining

Water remains after the cycle

Also matches: not draining, water left in drum

Washer error code · F8 E1 / Lo FL

Not filling

No water enters

Also matches: not filling, no water

Washer error code · Ofb

Unbalanced or not spinning

Repeated spin attempts

Also matches: unbalanced, not spinning, shaking

Use & Care · United States

Using a setting, draining or cleaning?

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Whirlpool · WTW4816FW

WTW4816FW: what needs cleaning?

The Whirlpool WTW4816FW has no removable filter for routine cleaning. Check Whirlpool’s answer and the next steps for lint, odor or drainage trouble.

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