Amana Washer error code
Amana Washer Error OFB-OR-OFB
Off-balance load detected.
Off-balance load detected.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to
Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to ensure your safety.
- 2Turn off the hot and cold water supply
Turn off the hot and cold water supply valves connected to the back of the machine.
- 3To access the suspension, insert a putty knife
To access the suspension, insert a putty knife in the seam between the top and front panels, about 3 inches from each side, to release the locking clips. Hinge the top panel back.
A quick explanation
What does OFB-OR-OFB mean?
Off-balance load detected.
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How to fix Amana washer error OFB-OR-OFB
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to
Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to ensure your safety.
- 2
Turn off the hot and cold water supply
Turn off the hot and cold water supply valves connected to the back of the machine.
- 3
To access the suspension, insert a putty knife
To access the suspension, insert a putty knife in the seam between the top and front panels, about 3 inches from each side, to release the locking clips. Hinge the top panel back.
- 4
Locate the four suspension rods at each corner
Locate the four suspension rods at each corner of the washer, connecting the tub to the base frame.
- 5
Replace one rod at a time to prevent
Replace one rod at a time to prevent the tub from falling. Lift the tub slightly, unhook the old rod from the top and bottom, and remove it.
- 6
Install the new suspension rod by connecting it
Install the new suspension rod by connecting it to the base frame first, then lifting the tub to connect the top. Ensure it is securely seated in both mounts.
- 7
Repeat the process for the other three rods,
Repeat the process for the other three rods, then lower the top panel and press down firmly to snap the clips back into place.
- 8
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
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How to Fix OFB OR OFB Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to ensure your safety. Turn off the hot and cold water supply valves connected to the back of the machine. To access the suspension, insert a putty knife in the seam between the top and front panels, about 3 inches from each side, to release the locking clips. Hinge the top panel back. Locate the four suspension rods at each corner of the washer, connecting the tub to the base frame. Replace one rod at a time to prevent the tub from falling. Lift the tub slightly, unhook the old rod from the top and bottom, and remove it. Install the new suspension rod by connecting it to the base frame first, then lifting the tub to connect the top. Ensure it is securely seated in both mounts. Repeat the process for the other three rods, then lower the top panel and press down firmly to snap the clips back into place. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Amana Washer Focused repair path: washer fill, drain, spin, lock, pressure, motor, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat a returning fault as a reset-only problem; use the point in the cycle where the fault appears to choose the next check. Unplug the washer for one minute, then restart only to confirm whether the same code returns after a clean power cycle. Check load balance, detergent level, supply valves, inlet screens, drain hose height, and the drain path before replacing electronic parts. Inspect the lid or door lock, strike, harness, and connector if the symptom involves start, lock, or spin behavior. Match the timing of the fault to the likely part path: inlet valve, pressure sensor, drain pump, motor, lock assembly, wiring, or control. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Amana model number from the appliance tag before ordering. Similar error wording can use different valves, sensors, pumps, motors, heaters, locks, switches, fans, or control boards depending on the exact model. Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Amana washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Whirlpool washer drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Amana washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: drain, no-spin, or water-removal symptoms after hose and filter checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer drain pump Whirlpool washer water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Amana washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: fill, slow-fill, and valve-related symptoms after supply checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer water inlet valve Whirlpool washer control board Common replacement category: Main control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Amana washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: repeating control or communication faults after connector checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool washer control board Before ordering: match the part to the complete Amana washer model number on the appliance tag. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure. Browse all Amana error codes: Amana Error Codes
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Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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