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KitchenAid Dishwasher F9E2 — Drain Pump Electrical Fault

KitchenAid Dishwasher · Error code F9E2

What F9E2 Means

The control detects an open, short, or wiring fault in the drain pump circuit.

Symptoms

  • No drain action at all
  • Pump never energizes
  • F9E2 displayed mid-cycle

Common Causes

1
Failed drain pump motor

Open or shorted winding.

2
Damaged wiring harness

Pinched or chafed wire to the pump.

3
Failed main control board

Triac controlling the drain pump has failed.

How to Fix It

  1. Power off at the breaker.
  2. Pull the dishwasher and access the drain pump.
  3. Disconnect the pump and test winding resistance — replace if open or shorted.
  4. Inspect the harness from drain pump to main control board.
  5. If pump and harness are good, replace the main control board.

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.

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: kitchenaid.com

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