Code overview
- Error code
- F8E5
- Appliance
- Dishwasher
F8E5 on a Maytag dishwasher is a fill valve stuck open code.
What this code means
F8E5
F8E5 means the fill valve is stuck open.
F8E5 tells you a Maytag dishwasher fill valve is stuck open, according to the technical manual.
Sensible precautions
With a valve stuck open, closing the supply tap to the dishwasher is the safe move, and unplugging the machine protects you while you wait for a technician. Maytag’s product help for F8 E5 gives the full water-off and Cancel-key sequence.
Compare with these
- F8E6: flow meter disconnected or damaged
- F8E3: very low water, suds or air in the pump
- F8E2: fill valve electrical problem
Los Angeles repair for Maytag dishwashers
Call (310) 882-7671 and say F8E5 is showing. The dishwasher repair desk in Los Angeles asks for the model number and whether the water was shut off.
Source: Maytag 24in Microfiltration Dishwashers Technical Manual W11499711 Rev B
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.
Sources & references
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