Whirlpool Washer Dryer Error Code Drying (flashing) or Cool Down (flashing) or Finish Guard (flashing)

Drying (flashing) or Cool Down (flashing) or Finish Guard (flashing)Whirlpool Washer Dryer

What this code means

The dryer door has been opened during a cycle (single STATUS LED flashing).

First step from the service manual

Close the door and press START within five minutes of opening the door to continue the current cycle.

Next steps: diagnose the root cause

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Verify the error code is active

Power cycle the unit and see if the code returns. If it does, the fault is persistent and requires diagnosis.

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Get the full diagnostic procedure

Get step-by-step guidance, test values, and wiring diagrams from the OEM service manual.

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Related Whirlpool washer dryer error codes

3 STATUS LEDs flashingPower failure occurred during a dryer cycle - Drying + Cool Down + Finish Guard...88888LED test mode is active; all LEDs are lit and all display segments are...Drying + Cool Down + Finish Guard (flashing)A power failure occurred during a dryer cycle.E1Low/No water fill - water level does not reach the lowest level within 10...E2Abnormal drain - washer fails to reach the reset level after draining the water...E3Abnormal spin - tub strikes the tub switch several times without balancing...E4Lid open – washer lid is opened or the lid switch is open at the start of the...E5Class B software error - any class B software error.
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