Model reference

Whirlpool WGD97HEXL2

Dryer

4 documents22 error codes3 service modes

Available documentation

Tech Sheet

Tech Sheet - W10436726 - Rev A60 pg
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Tech Tip

Instruction Sheet4 pg
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Instruction Sheet2 pg
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Installation Guide

Instrucciones de instalacion19 pg
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F1E1 on my Whirlpool WGD97HEXL2

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Indicates a Cycle Control Unit (CCU)

From Tech Sheet W18241729, p.21:

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 (22)

CodeMeaning

F1E1Indicates a Cycle Control Unit (CCU) problem.F2E1Indicates a stuck button (depressed for over 20 seconds) or UI mismatch…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 781°F (< 19.6 ohms).F3E5Inlet and exhaust thermistors are both open; will occur if P14 connector is not…F3E6Moisture sensor strip is open; appears only in service diagnostic mode.F3E7Moisture sensor strip has shorted; appears only in service diagnostic mode.F4E1No voltage detected at the heater relay; appears only in service diagnostic…F4E3Low air flow detected that may affect dryer performance.F4E4Low L2 voltage (less than 50V) detected at the CCU.F6E1Communication error from UI to CCU has not been detected.F6E2Communication error from CCU to UI has not been detected.FCE0Communication error between ECM and CCU (model WEL98 only).FCE1Communication error from dryer to wireless router (model WEL98 only).FCE2Wireless router cannot communicate with the internet (model WEL98 only).FCE3Antenna A (J2) is bad (model WEL98 only).FCE4Antenna B (J11) is bad (model WEL98 only).FCE5Current Transformer A not functioning at J12 (model WEL98 only).FCE6Current Transformer B not functioning at J12 (model WEL98 only).FCE7Provisioning failure

Service modes (3)

Quick Diagnostic Test["Enter Service Diagnostics mode.","Navigate to Error Diagnostic menu.","Select 'Quick Diagnostic…
Service Diagnostics["Ensure dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off).","Select any three buttons…
UI Component Test["Enter Service Diagnostics mode.","Navigate to Component Activation menu.","Select 'UI Component…

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