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Maytag Washer Error Code F21

Excessive drain time; the drain operation exceeds eight minutes without reaching the pressure switch reset threshold. Excess suds may cause pump cavitation; 'SudS' alternates with a countdown on the display.

SourceMaytag Commercial Washer - Tech Sheet: W10311070p. 6

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First diagnostic step

Clear the error code, unplug the washer, verify the drain hose is not forced into the standpipe, check drain height does not exceed 8 ft from bottom of washer.

SourceMaytag Commercial Washer - Tech Sheet: W10311070p. 6

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