Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codedrn
ApplianceWasher
Whirlpool top load washers show drn, which the page pairs with F9 E1, when water takes too long to leave the tub.
Review the drain hose setup
Standpipe depth: a drain pushed more than 4.5 inches (114 mm) down the standpipe is one possibility, so look at the plumbing.
Hose form: fit the drain hose form and fasten the hose firmly to the drainpipe or tub, leaving the opening free of tape.
Hose end height: the end belongs higher than 36 inches off the floor. Any lower and the washer could siphon, filling and draining at once.
Hose condition: look for a kink or a clog.
More washer codes
dLO and dU are lid codes on top load washers. A10 is the drain message on compact front load washers.
Washer repair in San Francisco and the Bay Area
A washer that still displays drn could need a technician on site. Ring (415) 687-4102, give the model number and describe the hose changes you made. Our Whirlpool washer repair page has more.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so drn 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
drn, also shown as F9 E1, means the washer is taking too long to drain water.
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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