What causes the Ofb code on a Amana washer?

Uneven or single-item load: A bulky single item or bunched load. Washer not level: An unlevel machine cannot balance the basket. Wet items added mid-cycle: Adding items during the cycle can unbalance the load.

Amana · Washer Minor

Ofb — Out of Balance

Ofb means the load is out of balance and the washer is trying to redistribute it.

Keep using it?: Yes — fix when convenient
DIY difficulty: Easy
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How to fix it

Redistribute the load evenly and restart the spin.
Confirm the washer is level on all four feet.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Reduced/slow spin · Clothes still wet · Ofb on the display

Uneven or single-item load A bulky single item or bunched load.
Washer not level An unlevel machine cannot balance the basket.
Wet items added mid-cycle Adding items during the cycle can unbalance the load.

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.

Washer Leveling Feet / Tools Common replacement
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More Amana washer codes

dL dL / dU — Door/Lid Lock Fault F02 F02 — Long drain / pump fault F0E1 F0E1 / rL — Clean Washer Cycle Started With a Load Inside F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure F21 F21 — Drain time too long F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Key on User Interface

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: producthelp.amana.com.