Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeE2
ApplianceWasher
The E2 alarm
E2 on a Whirlpool stacked laundry center means the washer section is still draining after 8 minutes.
What to check
The drain hose should sit no more than 39⅓ inches (100 cm) from the floor.
Clear any clog out of the drain hose.
Connected codes
The water inlet alarm is E1, the unbalanced alarm is E3, and drn is the long drain alert for top load washers.
Washer repair in San Francisco
E2 coming back? Our line, (415) 687-4102, arranges a technician for San Francisco and Bay Area homes. Have E2 written down along with the model and the hose steps you took. Details: Whirlpool washer repair.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so E2 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
E2 indicates the washer is still draining after 8 minutes.
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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