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Maytag dishwasher code F6 E4: dishwasher not level

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What it means

Maytag says a dishwasher that isn’t level can cause this error.

What to try

Unplug the dishwasher before any step beyond a quick look, and turn the water off before touching hoses.

  1. Check the dishwasher is level, and adjust its feet if it isn’t.
  2. Power cycle the dishwasher for 30 seconds.

Call a technician if

  • The dishwasher is level and the code returns.

Resetting a Maytag dishwasher

Maytag’s power cycle: disconnect the dishwasher for 30 seconds. Unplug it if it plugs in; if it’s hardwired, switch off its breaker at the electrical panel. Then restore power.

Sources

  1. F6E4: Dishwasher (opens in a new tab), Maytag Product Help
  2. Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading (opens in a new tab), Maytag Product Help
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