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Maytag Washer error code

Maytag Washer Error OL

This code means 'Overload'.

This code means 'Overload'.

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Maytag washer repair guide for error OL
Error codeOLWasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    This code means 'Overload'

    This code means 'Overload'. The washer has detected a load that is too large or heavy for the selected cycle.

  2. 2
    Press the 'Cancel' button to stop the cycle

    Press the 'Cancel' button to stop the cycle.

  3. 3
    Open the lid and remove several items to

    Open the lid and remove several items to reduce the size of the load.

A quick explanation

What does OL mean?

This code means 'Overload'.

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag washer error OL

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    This code means 'Overload'

    This code means 'Overload'. The washer has detected a load that is too large or heavy for the selected cycle.

  2. 2

    Press the 'Cancel' button to stop the cycle

    Press the 'Cancel' button to stop the cycle.

  3. 3

    Open the lid and remove several items to

    Open the lid and remove several items to reduce the size of the load.

  4. 4

    Redistribute the remaining items evenly in the drum

    Redistribute the remaining items evenly in the drum and restart the cycle.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix OL Error This code means 'Overload'. The washer has detected a load that is too large or heavy for the selected cycle.Press the 'Cancel' button to stop the cycle.Open the lid and remove several items to reduce the size of the load.Redistribute the remaining items evenly in the drum and restart the cycle.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Maytag Washer error OL points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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