Whirlpool Washer error code
Whirlpool Washer Error F02
Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Unplug washer and turn off water supply
Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
- 2Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx
Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx screws at bottom.
- 3Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump
Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump filter cap (turn counterclockwise) to drain residual water.
A quick explanation
What does F02 mean?
Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
The answer you came for
How to fix Whirlpool washer error F02
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Unplug washer and turn off water supply
Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
- 2
Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx
Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx screws at bottom.
- 3
Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump
Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump filter cap (turn counterclockwise) to drain residual water.
- 4
Inspect and clean pump filter of coins, hairpins,
Inspect and clean pump filter of coins, hairpins, and debris.
- 5
Manually rotate impeller inside pump housing to verify
Manually rotate impeller inside pump housing to verify free movement (should spin 360° without binding).
- 6
Check drain hose for kinks, clogs, or improper
Check drain hose for kinks, clogs, or improper height (must not exceed 96 inches above floor).
- 7
Verify drain hose isn't inserted >
Verify drain hose isn't inserted >
- 8
5 inches into standpipe causing siphoning
5 inches into standpipe causing siphoning.
- 9
If impeller is broken or pump doesn't run
If impeller is broken or pump doesn't run during drain cycle, replace drain pump assembly W
- 10
Test operation after repair
Test operation after repair.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix Washer Error Unplug washer and turn off water supply.Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx screws at bottom.Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump filter cap (turn counterclockwise) to drain residual water.Inspect and clean pump filter of coins, hairpins, and debris.Manually rotate impeller inside pump housing to verify free movement (should spin 360° without binding).Check drain hose for kinks, clogs, or improper height (must not exceed 96 inches above floor).Verify drain hose isn't inserted >5 inches into standpipe causing siphoning.If impeller is broken or pump doesn't run during drain cycle, replace drain pump assembly WTest operation after repair. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: W11399437
Price noted in the current guide: $85
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Whirlpool Washer error F02 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
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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