Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF2E3
ApplianceWasher
Whirlpool writes this alert as F2 E3, and on a top load washer it is worded cautiously: there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, with the user interface, or with the wiring that links them.
How to power-cycle the washer
Unplug the washer, or turn off the breaker that feeds it.
Leave it without power for a full 5 minutes.
Reconnect and run the washer to see whether F2E3 returns.
The manual likens this to rebooting a computer, a step that can clear a one-time glitch.
If your display reads differently
Two neighbours concern the interface or its wiring: F2E4 and F2E5. A water level message that also mentions the control is F3E1.
San Francisco washer repair for F2E3
A top load washer that still flashes F2E3 after the power-down can be booked through Whirlpool washer repair, or by phone at (415) 687-4102, for San Francisco and the Bay Area. Say which code you see, give the model number and mention the reset.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F2E3 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
F2E3 indicates a possible issue with the appliance control unit, user interface or associated wiring.
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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