It’s always frustrating when your dishwasher suddenly shows an error code! There are so many of them that it’s hard to know what they all mean and what to do about them. In the case of a Maytag dishwasher showing an F9E1 error code, this usually indicates a drainage issue. There are a number of things that can cause drainage problems in a Maytag dishwasher, some of which are pretty simple to solve! Read on to find out the most common causes and solutions to the F9E1 error code.
This guide applies to most popular models of Maytag dishwashers, including:
DC24B6R
DC24D6
DC24H6
DC24H6B
DC24J6
DC24J6A
DWU9200AAX
MDB6000AWB
MDB6000AWW
MDB7100AWB
MDB7100AWW
MDB7600AWB
MDB7600AWS
MDB7600AWW
MDB8600AWB
MDB8600AWS
MDB8600AWW
MDB9100AWB
MDB9150AWB
MDB9150AWS
MDB9150AWW
The filter in a Maytag dishwasher traps all of the grease and food particles that are left on the dishes. Over time, the filter may become more and more blocked, which can restrict drainage and cause water pooling. When your Maytag dishwasher detects water pooling at the bottom of the interior, it will display the F9E1 error code. This error code usually displays towards the end of the cleaning cycle, when your dishwasher attempts to drain away the water and is unable to fully empty.
To clean your Maytag filter:
If you clean the filter and the dishwasher is still not draining and is showing an error code, try using a commercial dishwasher cleaning product. These are particularly good for removing built-up grease and mineral deposits, and when combined with a high-temperature cycle can clear stubborn blockages and fix drainage issues.
To use:
The drain hose is located at the back of your dishwasher and is responsible for carrying water from the inside of your dishwasher to your home’s drainage system. Sometimes the drain hose can get a kink in it, which prevents water from draining properly and leads to pooling at the bottom of the machine.
To check this:
Another issue that can go wrong with the drainage hose is clogs. Although most debris and food particles are supposed to be caught by the filter, sometimes it ends up in the drainage hose, and over time can build up into a clog. This can restrict water flow and lead to pooling and error codes.
To check:
Drain hose placement can also be the culprit behind water pooling in a Maytag dishwasher. Check the height of the hose. It should loop to a point higher than the dishwasher interior before entering the drain. If the loop is too low, water can flow back into the dishwasher’s interior, leading to pooling and drainage issues.
Once you’ve ruled out the other issues in this guide, it’s time to check the drainage pump. This can get blocked by hard debris, like bits of broken glass or crockery. When blocked, it won’t be able to drain properly, causing pooling and error codes.
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