Error code reference

Whirlpool Dryer Error Code F01

Dryer motor control circuit error (cycles and price display disabled until diagnostic code is manually cleared). The control doesn't know if the motor relay is bad (stuck on), the motor relay drive circuit is bad (shorted), causing the motor relay to stay on, or the motor relay feedback circuit is bad.

SourceWhirlpool Commercial Dryer - Tech Sheet: Pricing & Operation (W10919680)p. 4

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First diagnostic step
Replace the machine control electronics.

SourceWhirlpool Dryer - Tech Sheet: Diagnostic Guide (W10054160)p. 3

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