F0E1 — Load detected during cleaning cycle
The washer detected a load in the drum while the Clean Washer cycle was running. The Clean Washer routine must run empty to work correctly.
- Keep using it?
- Yes, with caution
- DIY difficulty
- Easy
- Verified against
- maytag.com ↗
How to fix it
- Open the lid/door and remove any clothing or items from the drum.
- Wipe out any standing water or heavy suds.
- Restart the Clean Washer with affresh cycle empty.
- If error returns with an empty drum, disconnect the pressure-sensor hose at the tub, blow it clear, and reseat.
- If still failing, replace the pressure sensor on the control board.
Why it happens
Typical signs: F0E1 displayed at start of Clean Washer cycle · Cycle pauses or will not start · Beeping alert
- Clothes left in tub Most common — Clean Washer must run with nothing in the drum.
- Heavy detergent residue or suds Excess suds can be read as a load.
- Pressure (water-level) sensor drift Sensor reports residual water as load weight.
Parts you may need
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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: maytag.com.