Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeA10
ApplianceWasher
What A10 means
On a Whirlpool compact front load washer, A10 reports a drain problem. First step: unplug the washer or disconnect power.
Drain hose inspection
Look for a kink.
Check whether the hose is frozen.
Check for a clog.
Check the height. The drain hose should not be more than 55 inches (1.4 m) above the floor.
Compare with these
A09 is the water inlet message on the same compact washers. For a slow drain on a top load washer, see drn. A drain alarm on a stacked laundry center is E2.
Washer service in the San Francisco Bay Area
Whirlpool washer still on A10 once the hose checks are done? Call (415) 687-4102 to schedule a technician in San Francisco. Quote the model number and the hose findings; Whirlpool washer repair has further detail.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so A10 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
A10 is a drain problem on the compact front load washer.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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