LF Serious Easy DIY

Amana Washer LF / Lo FL — Long Fill

Amana Washer · Error code LF

What LF Means

Older-style display for the long-fill condition. Water didn't reach the required level in the allowed time.

Symptoms

  • LF or Lo FL on display
  • Washer pauses with little water in tub
  • Audible inlet click but slow fill

Common Causes

1
Supply valves not fully open

Hot/cold faucets behind washer partially closed.

2
Clogged inlet screens

Mesh filters at hose connection points scaled over.

3
Faulty water inlet valve

Solenoid weak or shorted.

4
Low household water pressure

Pressure must be 20-120 psi for proper fill.

How to Fix It

  1. Open both faucets fully.
  2. Disconnect fill hoses and clean inlet screens.
  3. Measure water pressure at the supply lines.
  4. Test inlet valve solenoid coils with a multimeter.
  5. Replace inlet valve if a coil is open or shorted.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement Water inlet valve View on Amazon→

More Amana Washer Codes

dL dL / dU — Door/Lid Lock Fault F02 F02 — Long drain / pump fault F0E1 F0E1 — Suds Detected / Load Detection Fault F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure F21 F21 — Drain time too long F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Key on User Interface

All Amana codes → All washer codes →

Verified against manufacturer documentation: amana.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.