KitchenAid Front-Load Washer Codes F4 to F16: electrical problem

What F4 to F16 ('F' variables) means

On KitchenAid KHWS and KHWV front-load washers, such as the KHWS01PWH, KHWS02RMT and KHWV01RSS, the F variables from F4 to F16 are listed together as an electrical problem. The washer does not name a separate meaning for each number in this range. Owners see one of these codes and a cycle that will not finish. The recommended steps are to cancel the cycle twice, select DRAIN/SPIN if water remains, and restart.

Common causes of F4 to F16 ('F' variables)

An electrical problem is detected by the washer control
Water remains in the drum and the cycle cannot finish
The problem persists after a restart

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Press Cancel twice. 2. If water remains in the drum, select DRAIN/SPIN. 3. Restart the washer and watch the display. 4. Do not open any panels or test wiring yourself. 5. If the F code remains, stop using the washer and call us.

! Why to stop there

The same group of codes covers several different electrical problems, so we need to test to find the real one
Guessing at a part could be wasted on the wrong cause
We diagnose first and quote in writing before work, with a 30-day workmanship warranty

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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What does an F number between F4 and F16 mean?

Together they are the Electrical Problem codes. The washer lists them as a range and does not give each number its own separate meaning. That is why we test the washer rather than guess from the number.

What can I try myself?

Cancel twice, select DRAIN/SPIN if water remains, and restart. If the code is still there afterward, call for service instead of trying more. Do not open the washer to test wiring yourself.

Is it safe to keep running the washer?

If the code stays after a restart, stop using it. Electrical problems should be tested by a technician, so call us rather than running it again.