Model reference

Whirlpool WGD8500BR0

Dryer

4 documents15 error codes5 service modes

Available documentation

Tech Sheet

Tech Sheet - W10403269 - Rev A52 pg
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Tech Tip

Instruction Sheet - 8574875 - Rev A - Special Handling4 pg
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Installation Guide

Instrucciones de instalacion17 pg
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Installation Instructions32 pg
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F1E1 on my Whirlpool WGD8500BR0

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Indicates a Cycle Control Unit (CCU)

From Tech Sheet W15331327, p.19:

1.Access service mode to confirm the active fault code and read stored error history.

2.Measure control board supply voltage at test points. Expected: 12 VDC and 5 VDC.

3.Inspect all connectors on the main control for corrosion or backed-out pins.

Part WPW10804018

Electronic control board

Error codes (15)

CodeMeaning

F1E1Indicates a Cycle Control Unit (CCU) problem.F2E1Indicates a stuck button (depressed for over 20 seconds) or UI mismatch; only…F2E2User Interface software error F3E1Exhaust thermistor is open; temperature drops below 18°F (>50k ohms).F3E2Exhaust thermistor has shorted; temperature above 250°F (<500 ohms).F3E3Inlet thermistor is open; temperature drops below 18°F (>245k ohms).F3E4Inlet thermistor is shorted; temperature above 391°F (<20 ohms).F3E5Inlet and exhaust thermistors are open; will occur if P14 connector is not…F3E6Moisture sensor strip is open; only appears in service diagnostic mode.F3E7Moisture sensor strip has shorted; only appears in service diagnostic mode.F4E1No voltage detected at the heater relay; only appears in service diagnostic…F4E3Restricted/low air flow that may affect dryer performance.F4E4Low L2 voltage (less than 50V) detected at installation.L2Low L2 voltage (less than 50V) detected at installation.PFPower failure occurred while the dryer was running.

Service modes (5)

Customer-Focused Dryness Level Adjustment1
Install Diagnostics1
Service Diagnostic Mode1. Ensure dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off). 2. Select any three…
Software Version Display1
User Interface/Control System Test1. Activate Service Diagnostic Mode. 2. Press and release the 1st button used to activate Service…

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