Maytag · Dishwasher Moderate

F6E1 — User Interface / Main Control Error

F6E1 is a user interface / main control error. Maytag's own documentation for this code says to cycle power to the dishwasher to reset it; if the error keeps coming back, the unit needs service. This is not a fill/flow-meter fault.

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Verified against
producthelp.maytag.com ↗

How to fix it

  1. Cancel the cycle and power-cycle the dishwasher: switch it off at the breaker (or unplug it) for at least 1 minute, then restore power.
  2. Start a normal cycle and watch for F6E1 to return.
  3. If the code clears and stays clear, no further action is needed.
  4. If F6E1 comes back, that confirms a genuine control fault — schedule a repair so a technician can test and replace the user interface or main control board.

Why it happens

Typical signs: F6E1 code shown on the display · Dishwasher stops mid-cycle or won't start · Error returns after power-cycling if the control itself has failed

  • Momentary electrical noise or power blip A brief power fluctuation or static discharge can trip the control; cycling power often clears it for good.
  • Persistent user interface / main control fault If F6E1 returns after a power cycle, Maytag's guidance is that the unit needs service — the user interface panel or the main control board itself has failed.

Parts you may need

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More Maytag dishwasher codes

F1E1 F1E1 — Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Key on Control Panel F2E2 F2E2 — User Interface Communication Error F3E1 F3E1 — Thermistor / OWI Sensor Failure F3E2 F3E2 — Thermistor Open / Out of Range F4E1 F4E1 — Heater Circuit Fault

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Frequently asked questions

What does the F6E1 code mean on a Maytag dishwasher?

F6E1 is a user interface / main control error. Maytag's own documentation for this code says to cycle power to the dishwasher to reset it; if the error keeps coming back, the unit needs service. This is not a fill/flow-meter fault.

What causes the F6E1 code on a Maytag dishwasher?

Momentary electrical noise or power blip: A brief power fluctuation or static discharge can trip the control; cycling power often clears it for good. Persistent user interface / main control fault: If F6E1 returns after a power cycle, Maytag's guidance is that the unit needs service — the user interface panel or the main control board itself has failed.

Is it safe to keep using a Maytag dishwasher with a F6E1 error?

Yes, with caution. This is rated a moderate-severity fault.

How do I fix F6E1 on a Maytag dishwasher?

Cancel the cycle and power-cycle the dishwasher: switch it off at the breaker (or unplug it) for at least 1 minute, then restore power. Start a normal cycle and watch for F6E1 to return. If the code clears and stays clear, no further action is needed.

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.maytag.com.