Error Code: F5 E1 Difficulty: Moderate
Problem: Lid Switch Fault
How to Fix F5 E1 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Unplug the washer from the power source for your safety.
- Open the washer lid and inspect the lid switch strike to ensure it is not broken or misaligned.
- Access the lid switch assembly, which is typically located under the main top of the washer.
- Check the wiring and the connection to the lid switch for any loose or damaged wires.
- If the wiring is secure, you can test the lid switch for continuity with a multimeter.
- If the switch fails the continuity test, it will need to be replaced with a new one (W10404050, W10238287, or W11307244).
- After replacing the switch, reassemble the washer, plug it in, and test its operation.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Recommended Replacement Part
- W10404050
- W11307244
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
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- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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