KitchenAid · Washer Moderate

F0E1 — Load Detected During Clean Washer Cycle

The washer detected a load of laundry inside during a Clean Washer with Affresh cycle. The Clean Washer cycle must run with an empty drum.

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Easy
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kitchenaid.com ↗

How to fix it

  1. Press POWER to cancel the cycle
  2. Open the lid/door and remove all laundry
  3. Add affresh tablet or liquid chlorine bleach as directed
  4. Restart the Clean Washer with Affresh cycle
  5. If error returns with empty drum, unplug for 1 minute to reset

Why it happens

Typical signs: F0E1 code displayed · Clean Washer cycle won't start or stops mid-cycle · Cycle paused with error

  • Laundry left in drum Items inside the washer when Clean Washer cycle was initiated
  • Heavy residue or buildup Excessive detergent/scale buildup may register as a load
  • Faulty load sensor Motor control board misreading drum weight

More KitchenAid washer codes

F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Button on User Interface F3E1 F3E1 — Pressure Switch Failure F5E1 F5E1 — Lid Switch Fault F5E2 F5E2 — Lid Lock Will Not Lock F5E3 F5E3 — Lid Lock Will Not Unlock

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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: kitchenaid.com.