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Whirlpool Washer Error Code F5E6
Door unlock error: door unlock has failed 6 times.
SourceWhirlpool Washer - Tech Sheet: Diagnostic Guide (W10252711)p. 12
Diagnostic procedure
The full F5E6 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Follow the Manually Unlocking the Door Lock System steps to unlock the door lock manually (see page 7).
SourceWhirlpool Washer - Tech Sheet: Diagnostic Guide (W10252711)p. 12
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