F0E3
Maytag Washing Machine
Severity:What Does This Error Mean?
Maytag washer F0E3 error means the drum is overloaded. Remove some laundry until the drum is no more than three-quarters full, press Pause/Cancel to clear the code, and restart.
Affected Models
- Maytag Front Load Washer
- Maytag Top Load Washer
- Maytag Maxima Washer
- Maytag Bravos Washer
- Maytag Centennial Washer
Common Causes
- Too much laundry in the drum — motor overloaded
- Washing heavy items like duvets that absorb water and exceed drum capacity
- Incorrect load size setting on models with manual selection
- Repeated past overloading causing worn motor mounts
How to Fix It
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Remove laundry to reduce the load.
Open the door and remove items until the drum is loosely three-quarters full. You should be able to fit your hand flat on top of the laundry with room to spare.
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Press Pause/Cancel to clear the error.
Press Pause/Cancel once or twice to clear the F0E3 code. Reselect the wash program and restart.
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Wash heavy items separately.
Duvets, heavy coats, and large bath towels absorb a lot of water and can easily exceed drum capacity mid-cycle. Wash these items alone or in small batches.
When to Call a Professional
If F0E3 appears consistently on a correctly loaded machine, the motor or motor control board may be faulty. Have a technician inspect before replacing parts.