Kenmore Washer Error Codes

Below is a complete list of Kenmore Washer error codes, what each code means, and the issues they typically indicate.

Error Code Description
Control board EEPROM failure.
Washer is taking too long to drain.
Motor tachometer or speed sensor failure.
Washer detected an overflow condition.
Load detected during Clean Washer cycle.
Excessive suds detected.
Washer detected an overload condition.
Spin speed limited due to water temperature.
Washer detected an off‑balance load.
Motor restricted or unable to turn freely.
Load detected when washer should be empty.
Water hazard or flood condition detected.
Off‑balance load detected; cycle paused.
Serial communication failure between control boards.
Main control board failure.
Motor control board failure.
ACU failed to reset.
EEPROM memory error.
ACU overcurrent detected.
Washer is taking too long to drain.
Washer door failed to lock.
Water heating system failure.
Water temperature sensor malfunction.
Door switch not detecting correct position.
Communication error between control boards.
Washer door failed to unlock.
User interface key is stuck.
User interface does not match control board.
User interface power failure.
User interface software mismatch.
Pump system pressure switch failure.
Washer door failed to open.
Analog pressure sensor malfunction.
Temperature sensor reporting invalid values.
Water level sensor failure.
Water temperature sensor failure.
Temperature sensor shorted.
Pressure sensor out of range.
Motor control board failure.
Motor control detected an overcurrent condition.
Motor control overheating detected.
Motor stalled during operation.
Motor relay failure on control board.
Lid switch failure.
Lid lock failed to engage.
Lid failed to unlock.
No communication with motor control.
ACU cannot detect motor.
Communication error between UI and control board.
Communication error between ACU and UI.
User interface communication failure.
User interface does not match control board.
Internal control board failure.
Tachometer signal lost.
Basket speed sensor failure.
Motor stalled during operation.
Basket engaged during wash mode.
Basket disengaged during spin mode.
Shifter mechanism failure.
Motor fault detected.
Motor unable to reach target RPM.
Motor overheating detected.
Rotor locked or unable to rotate.
User interface button stuck.
User interface button shorted.
Steam valve not operating correctly.
Washer taking too long to fill.
Dispenser system failure.
Overflow condition detected.
Low water flow detected.
Hot and cold water lines reversed.
Water hazard or flood protection triggered.
Unexpected water temperature detected.
Water heater system failure.
System reset or watchdog failure.
Washer taking too long to drain.
Drain pump electrical problem.
Overflow condition; drain pump running continuously.
Washer is taking too long to drain.
Washer is taking too long to fill.
Washer door failed to lock.
Washer detected an off‑balance condition.
Washer detected an overload condition.
Excessive suds detected.
Washer detected an unbalanced load.

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