How to Fix Amana Dishwasher Error F8E1

Error Code: F8E1 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Slow drain.

How to Fix F8E1 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Turn off power to the dishwasher at your home’s circuit breaker.
2. Check the drain hose that runs from the dishwasher to the sink drain or garbage disposal. Look for any sharp kinks or bends that could block water flow and straighten them.
3. Disconnect the drain hose from the sink drain or disposal and place the end in a bucket. Check for any food debris or buildup inside the hose that may be causing a clog.
4. Inside the dishwasher, remove the lower rack and unscrew the filter assembly at the bottom. Wash the filter thoroughly with warm, soapy water to remove any trapped food particles.
5. Look into the filter housing (the sump) for any foreign objects or debris and clear it out.
6. If the drain remains slow after these checks, the drain pump or the check valve within the drain system may be failing and require replacement.
7. 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.

Browse all Amana error codes: Amana Error Codes