If your Whirlpool washing machine is displaying the error code f5, it means that there is a problem with the water temperature sensor. This error code is most often caused by a faulty sensor, but it can also be caused by a wiring issue or a problem with the control board. If you are getting this error code, you will need to have a technician come out and take a look at your washing machine to determine the cause.
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1. Check the power supply to the washer
- Verify that the power supply to the washer is working. If the power supply is not working, you will need to replace it.
- Check the f5 error code on the washer. If the f5 error code is present, you will need to fix it.
- Check the fuse for the washer. If the fuse is not working, you will need to replace it.
- Check the power cord for the washer. If the power cord is not working, you will need to replace it.
2. Check the washer's fill hoses for kinks or blockages
Remove the water inlet hose from the front of the washer. Locate the fill hose on the back of the washer. Check for kinks or blockages in the fill hose. If there are kinks or blockages, use a snake to clear them. Reattach the fill hose to the washer. Replace the water inlet hose.
3. Check the washer's drain hose for kinks or blockages
- Remove the front panel of the washer by unscrewing the four screws at the front.
- Locate the drain hose and remove it from the washer by unscrewing the two screws at the base.
- Inspect the drain hose for kinks or blockages. If there are any, fix them using a plumber's pipe clamp or a wire hanger.
- Reconnect the drain hose to the washer and screw the screws at the base of the hose back in place.
- Replace the front panel of the washer and screw the four screws back in place.
4. Check the washer's water inlet valve for debris or sediment
- Open the front cover of the washer.
- Look inside the water inlet valve to see if there is any debris or sediment.
- If there is debris or sediment, clean it off the valve.
- Reattach the water inlet valve to the washer.
- Close the front cover of the washer.
- Check the washer's error code to see if the water inlet valve fix f5 error code whirlpool washer.
Still not working? maybe try one of these options:
- Check the washer's control board for loose wires or burnt out components.
- Check the washer's drive belt for cracks or breaks.
- Check the washer's drive motor for burnt out coils or damaged bearings.