How to Fix Amana Washer Error OFB

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Error Code: OFB Difficulty: Hard

Problem: The washer load is out of balance.

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

  1. Unplug the washer and disconnect the water hoses and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
  2. Open the washer lid and remove the washplate cap to access the central bolt.
  3. Unscrew the bolt and lift the washplate (Part W10780045) out of the tub.
  4. Underneath the washplate, locate and remove the drive hub kit (Part W10821956).
  5. Prop the washer up to access the bottom and replace the bearing kit (Part W11130362).
  6. At the same time, replace all four suspension rods (Part W10780048) located at each corner of the tub.
  7. Reassemble the washer by following these steps in reverse, then run a test cycle.
  8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Verified Compatible Alternatives:

  • W10780048
  • W10821956
  • W11130362

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

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