Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF6E3
ApplianceWasher
Whirlpool’s top load help text labels F6E3 a reboot alert and says there is an issue with the control unit, the user interface, or wiring that goes with them.
The restart the manual suggests
Cut power, either by flipping the breaker or by unplugging the washer.
Leave it alone for a full five minutes.
Restore power and watch whether F6E3 reappears.
Think of it as rebooting a frozen computer.
Codes with matching descriptions
F6E2 uses identical wording about the control unit, interface and wiring.
F7E2 carries that same description under another code.
F7E0 is a code listed with a reset only and no stated cause.
Washer repair when F6E3 persists in San Francisco
If the reboot does not hold, our San Francisco technicians can come out; start at Whirlpool washer repair or phone (415) 687-4102. Mention F6E3, the washer model number and how the reset went.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F6E3 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
F6E3 is a reboot alert on top load washers indicating an issue with the 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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