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Whirlpool Washer Error Code F21

Excessive drain time; drain operation exceeds 8 minutes without reaching the pressure switch reset threshold. Excess suds indicated by alternating 'SudS' display and countdown.

SourceWhirlpool Commercial Front-Load Washer - Tech Sheet: Basic Operations (CHW8990C)p. 6

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First diagnostic step

Clear the error code, disconnect power, verify drain hose is not forced into standpipe, check drain height does not exceed 2.4 m (8 ft), inspect drain hose for obstructions or kinks, inspect drain pump and remove foreign objects, check electrical connection between pump and CCU (DP2).

SourceWhirlpool Commercial Front-Load Washer - Tech Sheet: Basic Operations (CHW8990C)p. 6

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