How to Fix Whirlpool & Maytag Washer F8E1 Error Codes

Top Load Washer Showing the F8E1 Error Code

Seeing an F8E1 error code or LF message displayed on your Whirlpool or Maytag top-load washer means your machine has encountered a Long Fill condition. Simply put, the electronic control board gave the water inlet valves permission to fill the tub, but it didn’t detect water entering the machine—or the water filled far too slowly …

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How to Fix the Whirlpool & Maytag Washer F7E1 Error Codes

Washer Control Panel Showing the F7E1 Error Code

What Does the F7E1 Error Code Mean? On Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, and Kenmore top-load washers, the F7E1 error code indicates a Basket Speed Sensor Fault. Your washer’s main control board expects the basket to reach a specific RPM during the cycle. If the main control loses communication with the optical speed sensor on the shift …

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