Error Code: RL Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Items detected in the washer during the Clean Washer cycle.
How to Fix RL Error (Step-by-Step)
- Press the ‘Pause’ or ‘Cancel’ button to stop the ‘Clean Washer’ cycle.
- Wait for the washer lid to unlock and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Open the lid and remove any clothing or other items that were left inside the washer tub.
- Close the lid securely and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Select the ‘Clean Washer’ cycle again and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Press the ‘Start’ button to begin the cycle without any items in the tub.
- 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.
Browse all Amana error codes: Amana Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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