How to Fix Amana Dryer Error FC E1

Error Code: FC E1 Difficulty: Easy

Problem: The appliance could not connect to the router. This could be due to a connection timeout, poor signal strength, a failed router, or an issue with the Wi-Fi module in the appliance.

How to Fix FC E1 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Check your home’s Wi-Fi router to confirm it is powered on and connected to the internet. A quick way to test this is to see if another device, like your phone, can connect to the internet.
2. Reduce the distance between the dryer and the router, or remove any large metal objects that could be causing interference.
3. Power cycle the dryer by unplugging it from the wall for at least 60 seconds, then plugging it back in. This will reset the network card.
4. Power cycle your home router by unplugging it for 60 seconds and plugging it back in.
5. Attempt to reconnect the dryer to your Wi-Fi network using the appliance’s connection setup menu.
6. Double-check that you are selecting the correct network name (SSID) and entering the correct password, as it is case-sensitive.
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.