Maytag · Dishwasher Moderate
F9E2 — Drain Fault (Water Not Draining)
F9E2 is a drain fault: the dishwasher is not draining properly. The usual cause is a physical obstruction — food debris in the sump/filter, a clogged or kinked drain hose, or a plugged garbage-disposer knockout — rather than a sensor timeout. Clear the drain path.
- Keep using it?
- Yes, with caution
- DIY difficulty
- Easy
- Verified against
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How to fix it
- Pull the filters out of the sump and rinse them thoroughly under hot water.
- Check the drain hose at the disposal/air gap for kinks or food clogs.
- If recently installed, confirm the garbage disposal knockout plug was removed.
- Bail out standing water, remove the drain pump cover, and clear any glass or food debris from the impeller.
- Run a drain-only cycle to confirm normal drain time (~60-90 seconds).
- Replace the drain pump if it hums but won't pump or won't run at all.
Why it happens
Typical signs: Standing water in the tub · Drain pump runs long or constantly · Dishes come out wet at bottom · Gurgling noise at end of cycle
- Clogged drain hose or air gap Food debris or grease restricts flow.
- Plugged sink garbage disposal knockout On new installs, the knockout in the disposal was never removed.
- Failed drain pump Impeller jammed or motor open.
- Clogged sump filter Coarse and fine filters not cleaned regularly.
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.
- Maytag dishwasher drain pump Common replacementAmazon →
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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.maytag.com.