WHIRLPOOL · MAYTAGWASHER

Whirlpool & Maytag · Washing machine

Whirlpool F1E1 error code

Main control fault

The washer's main control board has reported a fault.

Same code on Maytag.

Worth repairing?

Get a quote first

A control board can cost enough that an older washer isn't worth it.

Can you do it yourself?

Engineer only

5 minutes to reset

Before you start

  • Unplug it before you touch anything inside.

What to do

  1. Unplug for 5 minutes

    Then plug back in and try again.

When to call an engineer

If it continues, schedule service.

A repair visit will usually check the connectors and wiring first, then the control boards themselves.

Before you book
  • Note the model and serial number. They're on a label inside the door, around the door frame or on the back.
  • Write down the exact code, and what the appliance was doing when it appeared.
  • Check whether it's still under warranty. If it is, the repair may cost you nothing.

Checked against

Last reviewed September 2026. Manufacturers update their pages, and your manual is the final word.

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