Code overview
- Error code
- F9 E1
- Appliance
- Dishwasher
F9E1 on a Maytag dishwasher is a long drain code. Filter, drain hose, disposer and air gap checks come first.
Treat F9 E1 here as a Maytag dishwasher drain-time display. Write the exact pair, the inner-door model number, and whether water remained in the tub.
What this code means
F9 E1
F9E1 means a long drain: the dishwasher is not draining.
F9E1 on a Maytag dishwasher stands for a long drain, meaning the dishwasher is not draining as it should. Maytag gives a checklist to run before resuming the cycle.
Drain checks
- Filter: take it out and clean it thoroughly under running water.
- Drain hose: look for a kinked, pinched or clogged hose from the back of the dishwasher to the sink.
- Sink disposer: if one is connected, make sure it is clear and, on a new installation, that the knockout plug was removed. Run the disposer to clear anything caught.
- Air gap: if you have one, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for removing the cap and clearing blockages.
Cycle the power
Resetting the control can sometimes help. Unplug the dishwasher for 30 seconds and plug it back in; if it is hard-wired, switch its breaker off for 30 seconds and back on. Watch whether F9E1 returns.
Related Maytag codes
F9E1 is the manual listing for not draining, and F9 E2 is the drain motor error.
Maytag dishwasher repair in Los Angeles
When the code stays after the drain checks, call (310) 882-7671. Our dishwasher repair team in Los Angeles will ask what you cleaned and which model you have.
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Safety warning
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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