How to Fix Amana Washer Error F5 E4

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Error Code: F5 E4 Difficulty: Easy

Problem: Lid Not Opened

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How to Fix F5 E4 Error (Step-by-Step)

Press the ‘Cancel’ or ‘Power’ button to clear the cycle.
The code indicates the control did not see the lid opened after the last cycle.
Lift the washer lid to its fully open position and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
Close the lid again, ensuring it clicks shut firmly and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
This action resets the lid switch sensor in the washer’s control unit.
Select your desired cycle and press ‘Start’ to begin a new wash.
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.

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