The Maytag washer F5 error code indicates that there is a problem with the washer's door lock. This error code can occur for a number of reasons, including a faulty door lock, a problem with the door lock switch, or a problem with the washer's control board.
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- Call a Maytag authorized service provider
- Unplug the washer for 30 seconds and then plug it back in
- Press and hold the START/PAUSE button for five seconds
- Check the electrical outlet to make sure it is working
- Check the water inlet hoses to make sure they are turned on and the water is flowing
- Check the washer drain to make sure it is not clogged
1. Call a Maytag authorized service provider
The steps to call an authorized service provider for a maytag washer f5 error code depend on the specific model of washer. The first step is to determine the error code. This can be done by entering the washer's model number into a search engine, or by reading the instruction manual. Once the error code is known, the next step is to locate the service provider's contact information. This can be found on the service provider's website or in the instruction manual. The service provider's contact information will include the phone number and the address of the service center. The service center will be able to fix the washer, or replace it if it is defective.
2. Unplug the washer for 30 seconds and then plug it back in
- Turn off the water supply to the washer.
- Open the front panel of the washer.
- Find the outlet that is labeled "WASHER" and unplug it.
- Close the front panel of the washer.
- Turn on the water supply to the washer.
- Plug the outlet labeled "WASHER" back into the wall.
- Wait 30 seconds and then check the error code.
3. Press and hold the START/PAUSE button for five seconds
- Open the front cover of your washer by pressing the release button located on the front of the washer.
- Inspect the water inlet and outlet valves. If they are not obstructing the water flow, clean them using a plunger.
- If the valves are obstructing the water flow, remove them using a Phillips head screwdriver.
- Inspect the power cord. If it is not plugged in properly, plug it in and check the outlet.
- Inspect the maytag washer f5 error code sensor. If it is not working properly, replace it.
- Inspect the maytag washer f5 error code control board. If it is not working properly, replace it.
4. Check the electrical outlet to make sure it is working
- First, turn off the power to the washer by turning the breaker off at the electrical box.
- Next, use a voltmeter to test the outlet to see if it is working. There should be 12 volts at the outlet when it is working.
- If the outlet is not working, replace the outlet.
5. Check the water inlet hoses to make sure they are turned on and the water is flowing
- Open the front cover of the washer
- Look for the water inlet hose on the front of the washer. It should be pointing down.
- If the water inlet hose is not pointing down, turn it so it is pointing down.
- Make sure the water is flowing into the washer by turning the water on at the faucet.
- If the water is not flowing or the washer is not filling with water, turn off the water at the faucet and then turn on the water again to the washer.
- Look for the error code on the front of the washer. If there is an error code, try to fix it.
6. Check the washer drain to make sure it is not clogged
- Check the water level in the washer. If it is low, add water to the washer.
- Open the door to the washer and check the drain hose. If it is clogged, remove the clog.
- Check the water level in the washer again.
- Close the door to the washer and press the start button.
- Check the water level in the washer again.
- If the water level is still low, check the drain hose again. If the hose is still clogged, replace it.
Some users might also have success with the following opitons:
- Check for items stuck in the washer.