Maytag Dishwasher · Code F1E1 / 1 flash, pause, 1 flash

Maytag Dishwasher F1E1 code: Control module error

The dishwasher's main control detected a fault within itself, such as a stuck relay. The dishwasher may not start or may stop mid-cycle.

Most common causes

  1. Main control board fault
  2. Power surge
  3. Damaged wiring to a component the control drives

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Reset the control: unplug the dishwasher (or switch off its breaker if it is hard-wired) for 30 seconds, then restore power.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: producthelp.maytag.com · producthelp.whirlpool.com · searspartsdirect.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does F1E1 mean on a Maytag Dishwasher?

The dishwasher's main control detected a fault within itself, such as a stuck relay. The dishwasher may not start or may stop mid-cycle.

Can I clear the F1E1 code myself?

Try these first: Reset the control: unplug the dishwasher (or switch off its breaker if it is hard-wired) for 30 seconds, then restore power. If F1E1 comes back after a power reset, the control board and its wiring need a technician.

How much does it cost to fix a F1E1 code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Maytag Dishwasher codes

F2E2 · Control communication errorF6E4 · Float switch / overfill problemF8E1 · No water detectedF8E4 · Water in the base (leak detected)F9E1 · Long drain (not draining)F6E3 · Excessive suds

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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