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KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code F1E2- Dishwasher: Meaning and Fix

F1E2- Dishwasher
How F1E2- Dishwasher appears on a KitchenAid dishwasher display.
KitchenAid dishwasher Assembly Control Knob (part number WP9706648), the component to check for code F1E2- Dishwasher
Product photo courtesy of AppliancePartsPros.com

Also shown as: F1E2Dishwasher, F1E2--Dishwasher

Reading the dishwasher display

A dishwasher reports its fault in the display window, or by blinking a cycle light a set number of times with a pause between groups. Count the blinks and pauses before opening the door. KitchenAid pairs the number with a letter group in the manual, so match the exact characters.

KitchenAid is Whirlpool Corporation's premium appliance line. Its dishwashers, ranges, microwaves and refrigerators share Whirlpool boards but use their own panel layouts and numbering in the manuals. The codes apply to model numbers such as KUDS24SEWH1, KUDS01DJSS0 and KHMS155LSS4; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes F1E2- Dishwasher

How to fix it

  1. Cycle the power: switch off the dishwasher breaker for about a minute (or unplug it if you can reach the cord), restore power and run a short cycle.
  2. Reset power and see whether the code clears; note when it returns (at start, mid-cycle, at random).
  3. Inspect all harness plugs on the main board for heat discoloration, loose pins or pinched wires.
  4. Check the wiring diagram for the model and test the circuit named by the code for continuity.
  5. Replace the main control board only after the harness and the part it drives test good.
  6. Run a full short cycle or function again and confirm the code stays gone before putting the appliance back into normal use.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
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Questions

What does F1E2- Dishwasher mean on a KitchenAid dishwasher?

It is a fault code from the KitchenAid control. It indicates a problem with the control electronics, specifically the main control communication. A power reset is the first thing to try.

Can I keep using the dishwasher while it shows F1E2- Dishwasher?

You can try it after a power reset. If the code returns, the affected function may not run properly, so it is worth fixing soon before it causes a bigger failure.

Do I need a technician to clear F1E2- Dishwasher?

Often yes. Part of this repair means testing live circuits or replacing a control board, so a technician is the safer choice unless you are comfortable with electrical diagnosis.

Other KitchenAid dishwasher codes

KitchenAid dishwasher Facia Control Panel (part number 99002521), the component to check for code 1 Pause 1 Pause1 Pause 1 PauseControl Module faultKitchenAid dishwasher Valve Inlet (part number W11175771), the component to check for code 10 Pause 5 Pause10 Pause 5 PauseDiverter Leak faultKitchenAid dishwasher Facia Control Panel (part number 99002521), the component to check for code 6 Pause 1 Pause (shared reference photo for this part type)6 Pause 1 PauseUser Interface faultKitchenAid dishwasher Valve Inlet (part number W11175771), the component to check for code 8 Pause 1 Pause (shared reference photo for this part type)8 Pause 1 PauseNot Detecting Water faultKitchenAid dishwasher Valve Inlet (part number W11175771), the component to check for code 8 Pause 4 Pause (shared reference photo for this part type)8 Pause 4 PauseWater fill circuit faultKitchenAid dishwasher Valve Inlet (part number W11175771), the component to check for code 8 Pause 5 Pause (shared reference photo for this part type)8 Pause 5 PauseFill Valve Stuck Open fault

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including KUDS24SEWH1, KUDS01DJSS0, KUDS01FLSS6, KUDS01FLSS2, KUDS25SHWH1, KUDS24SEBL1, KUDS01FLSS1, KUDS25SHBL1.