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Amana Dishwasher error code

Amana Dishwasher Error F50

Spray Arm Motor Error. The dishwasher's spray arm motor is malfunctioning.

Spray Arm Motor Error. The dishwasher's spray arm motor is malfunctioning.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE$100 - $250 Range
Amana dishwasher repair guide for error F50
Error codeF50Dishwasher

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely and are not blocked by dishes.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Remove the spray arms and clean any debris from the spray nozzles.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Check the spray arms for any cracks or damage.

A quick explanation

What does F50 mean?

Spray Arm Motor Error. The dishwasher's spray arm motor is malfunctioning.

The answer you came for

How to fix Amana dishwasher error F50

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply by turning off the circuit breaker.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. You will need to pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the spray arm motor, which is part of the circulation pump assembly located underneath the tub.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Lay the dishwasher on its back on a towel or blanket to protect the floor and the appliance.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Disconnect the wiring harness and any hoses connected to the circulation pump motor.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Remove the mounting screws or clamps that hold the pump and motor assembly in place.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. Carefully remove the old motor and install the new one, ensuring all seals are properly seated to prevent leaks.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Reconnect the hoses and wiring, then carefully set the dishwasher upright, slide it back into place, and restore power to test.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix F50 Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply by turning off the circuit breaker.You will need to pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the spray arm motor, which is part of the circulation pump assembly located underneath the tub.Lay the dishwasher on its back on a towel or blanket to protect the floor and the appliance.Disconnect the wiring harness and any hoses connected to the circulation pump motor.Remove the mounting screws or clamps that hold the pump and motor assembly in place.Carefully remove the old motor and install the new one, ensuring all seals are properly seated to prevent leaks.Reconnect the hoses and wiring, then carefully set the dishwasher upright, slide it back into place, and restore power to test.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Amana Dishwasher Focused repair path: dishwasher fill, drain, wash motor, heating, leak, 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. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm the door latch, float, inlet valve, drain path, and harness connections are seated. Match the timing of the failure to the likely path: fill, wash circulation, drain, heat, leak detection, or control communication. Clear debris from filters, sump areas, spray arms, and the drain loop before treating the fault as a failed board. If a part is suspected, verify voltage or continuity where appropriate and match the complete Amana dishwasher model number before ordering. 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.

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.

What may be causing it?

  • Obstructed spray arms
  • Clogged spray arm nozzles
  • Damaged spray arms
  • Failed spray arm motor or circulation pump

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: W11084656

Price noted in the current guide: $48-$165

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Amana Dishwasher error F50 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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