Maytag centennial washer error codes [Fixed!]

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Below we look at the most common Maytag centennial washer error codes to help you know what to fix when troubleshooting your washing machine.

 

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Maytag centennial washer error codes – Maytag centennial error code list, what it means (error description), and what to check

Here are the Maytag centennial washer error codes that tend to pop up most often when you run diagnostic mode on the washer:

Maytag centennial washer error code F0E0

What it means (error description)

No error

Maytag centennial washer error code F0E2

What it means (error description)

Over suds (suds preventing spin mode)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Clean basket to remove the suds
  • Use HE detergent (manufacturer recommended amount)
  • Check the pressure hose.

Maytag centennial washer error code F0E4

What it means (error description)

Hot water (in rinse)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Water supply lines possible reversed – try to switch lines.
  • Temp thermistor could have failed (test and replace, if needed).

Maytag centennial washer error code F0E5

What it means (error description)

Centennial washer is off-balance (due to a possible unbalanced load)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Redistribute clothes inside the drum- to balance it
  • Level your washing machine.
  • Inspect the basket attachment (to the spin tube for issues).

Maytag centennial washer error code F1E1

What it means (error description)

Main control fault

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Control board could be sensing a fatal error- perform test #1 in the tech sheet for confirmation and replace it, if necessary (tech sheet is inside the unit’s front top corner).

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Maytag centennial washer error code F1E2

What it means (error description)

Motor control issue

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check connections and the wiring system to the motor
  • Perform test #3b in the tech sheet for further troubleshooting

Maytag centennial washer error code F2E1

What it means (error description)

Stuck control key (One or more control keys has been pressed in continuously for 15+ seconds)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Inspect the keys (on user interface) and un-stuck them (if you find any).

Maytag centennial washer error code F2E3

What it means (error description)

Mismatched main control (installed control board possibly mis-matched to the user interface)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Install correct part number (get a matching control board).

Maytag centennial washer error code F3E1

What it means (error description)

Pressure system issue (pressure sensor has detected an issue)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check the pressure hose from the switch to the tub for flaws such as blockage, damage, kinks, air leak, etc.
  • Check tub port- it could be blocked
  • Check water supply (for enough pressure)

Maytag centennial washer error code F3E2

What it means (error description)

Inlet water temperature problem

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Test thermistor resistance and replace if the thermistor is open/shorted.

Maytag centennial washer error code F5E1

What it means (error description)

Lid is up (when start is pushed)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Close the lid the press start again

Maytag centennial washer error code F5E1

What it means (error description)

Lid lock fault (system not detecting if lid is locked – maybe because lid lock is faulty).

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check the lid latch asy(on lid)
  • Repair lid lock (or install new lid lock).
  • Check control board- Perform test #8 in the tech sheet for further troubleshooting

Maytag centennial washer error code F5E3

What it means (error description)

Door unlock fault

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check splutch asy
  • Check for likely obstacles and remove them (then try to unlock door manually from underneath).
  • Check control board- Perform test #8 in the tech sheet for further troubleshooting

Maytag centennial washer error code F5E4

What it means (error description)

Lid was not opened between cycles

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Restart and open the lid between cycles

Maytag centennial washer error code F7 E1

What it means (error description)

Basket speed sensor problem

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Inspect actuator
  • Inspect main motor
  • Check capacitor connector (and capacitor)
  • Check lid lock
  • Check splutch asy

Maytag centennial washer error code F7 E5

What it means (error description)

Mode shifter fault

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Inspect actuator
  • Check splutch asy
  • Check lid lock
  • Check control board- Perform test #3a in the tech sheet for further troubleshooting

 

Maytag centennial washer error code F7E6

What it means (error description)

Motor fault

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check motor connectors.
  • Check motor for potential defects (test motor with a multi-meter and replace if defective).
  • Check lid lock

 

Maytag centennial washer error code F7 E7

What it means (error description)

Motor RPM issue (Motor not reaching target spin speed)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Inspect actuator
  • Check motor (and its capacitor connector).

Maytag centennial washer error code F8E1

What it means (error description)

No/ long fill

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check water supply(for sufficient pressure)
  • Check valve for rust/blockage
  • Check pressure hose for flaws like blockage, damage, kinks, air leak, etc.
  • Check tub port- it could be blocked

 

Maytag centennial washer error code F8E3

What it means (error description)

Overflow issue (washer has over-filled with water)

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check inlet valves- could be stuck open

Maytag centennial washer error code F8E5

What it means (error description)

Hot or cold water likely reversed

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check and switch lines appropriately.

 

Maytag centennial washer error code F9E1  (Maytag centennial washer won’t drain)

What it means (error description)

Long drain

What to check/Possible fixes

  • Check if the red drain plug was left on the drain port- and correct the issue
  • Check pressure hose for kinks
  • Check drain pump for blockage or failure.
  • Check for over-sudsing problem (and correct as suggested earlier)

How to check error codes on Maytag centennial washer

As mentioned at the beginning, you have to make your washer go into diagnostic modes to be able to see any of the above Maytag centennial washer diagnostic error codes.

Check out our Maytag centennial washer troubleshooting guide for the steps to follow to get your washer into diagnostic mode.

 

Wrapping it up

So there goes a list of typical Maytag centennial washer fault codes (including the most frequent Maytag centennial commercial washer error codes) to help you know what to look at when fixing your washer.

Don’t forget that you have to run diagnostic modes on your centennial washer to see these Maytag centennial washer error codes.

 

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