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Amana Washer error code

Amana Washer Error F9-E1-3

Long Drain Time

Long Drain Time

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE$100 - $250 Range
Amana washer repair guide for error F9-E1-3
Error codeF9-E1-3Washer

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and

    Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and shut off the water supply valves.

  2. 2
    Pull the washer away from the wall to

    Pull the washer away from the wall to access the drain hose. Check the entire length of the hose for any visible kinks or twists and straighten them.

  3. 3
    Place the end of the drain hose into

    Place the end of the drain hose into a low bucket to see if water flows out freely by gravity. If not, the hose is likely clogged.

A quick explanation

What does F9-E1-3 mean?

Long Drain Time

The answer you came for

How to fix Amana washer error F9-E1-3

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and

    Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and shut off the water supply valves.

  2. 2

    Pull the washer away from the wall to

    Pull the washer away from the wall to access the drain hose. Check the entire length of the hose for any visible kinks or twists and straighten them.

  3. 3

    Place the end of the drain hose into

    Place the end of the drain hose into a low bucket to see if water flows out freely by gravity. If not, the hose is likely clogged.

  4. 4

    To inspect the drain pump, remove the lower

    To inspect the drain pump, remove the lower front access panel of the washer. Place a shallow pan and a towel underneath to catch water.

  5. 5

    Locate the drain pump filter cap, twist it

    Locate the drain pump filter cap, twist it counter-clockwise to remove it, and clean out any debris like lint, coins, or buttons.

  6. 6

    If the filter is clear, the pump itself

    If the filter is clear, the pump itself may have failed. You would need to disconnect the hoses and wires from the old pump and install the new one (part WPW10730972).

  7. 7

    Reassemble the washer, turn on the water, plug

    Reassemble the washer, turn on the water, plug it in, and run a drain cycle to confirm the repair.

  8. 8

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix F9 E1 Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and shut off the water supply valves.Pull the washer away from the wall to access the drain hose. Check the entire length of the hose for any visible kinks or twists and straighten them.Place the end of the drain hose into a low bucket to see if water flows out freely by gravity. If not, the hose is likely clogged.To inspect the drain pump, remove the lower front access panel of the washer. Place a shallow pan and a towel underneath to catch water.Locate the drain pump filter cap, twist it counter-clockwise to remove it, and clean out any debris like lint, coins, or buttons.If the filter is clear, the pump itself may have failed. You would need to disconnect the hoses and wires from the old pump and install the new one (part WPW10730972).Reassemble the washer, turn on the water, plug it in, and run a drain cycle to confirm the repair.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: WPW10730972

Price noted in the current guide: $48-$155

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Amana Washer error F9-E1-3 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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Safety first

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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