Amana Washer error code
Amana Washer Error F1-E2
Motor Control Fault
Motor Control Fault
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Check 1
Power Cycle: Unplug the washer for 5 minutes to reset the electronics.
- 2Check 2
Check for Obstructions: Ensure there are no items caught between the basket and the tub that could be straining the motor.
A quick explanation
What does F1-E2 mean?
Motor Control Fault
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How to fix Amana washer error F1-E2
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
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Step 1
1. Unplug the washer from the power outlet.
- 2
Step 2
2. The motor control unit is usually located at the bottom of the washer. You may need to tilt the washer back to access it.
- 3
Step 3
3. Disconnect the wire harnesses going to the motor control unit.
- 4
Step 4
4. Remove the screws that secure the motor control unit to the washer's base.
- 5
Step 5
5. Install the new motor control unit and secure it with the screws.
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Step 6
6. Reconnect the wire harnesses to the new unit.
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Step 7
7. Carefully tilt the washer back to its upright position and plug it in.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix F1 E2 Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the washer from the power outlet and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.The motor control unit is usually located at the bottom of the washer. You may need to tilt the washer back to access it.Disconnect the wire harnesses going to the motor control unit.Remove the screws that secure the motor control unit to the washer's base.Install the new motor control unit and secure it with the screws.Reconnect the wire harnesses to the new unit and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Carefully tilt the washer back to its upright position and plug it in.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Verified Compatible Alternatives:W11322878WP8183196 Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
What may be causing it?
- Motor control board failure
- An item is caught between the basket and tub, straining the motor
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Replacement part
OEM candidate: WP8183196
Price noted in the current guide: $16.95-$422.29
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Amana Washer error F1-E2 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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