Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF3 E1
ApplianceWasher
One message, two layouts
Whether your Maytag loads from the front or the top, F3 E1 says the washer is unable to sense how much water is in the tub. On front-load models Maytag adds that the cause could be a control unit or wiring problem. The top-load help entry points at the appliance control unit or its associated wiring.
What Maytag lists for the owner
Pull the plug.
Wait five minutes.
Plug in again and watch the display, as you would after restarting a computer.
An alert that remains is a job for a technician visit.
F3 codes that sit close by
F3E1 is the spelling without a space; it reports a pressure sensor whose signal falls outside range.
For Maytag washer repair anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area, dial (415) 649-2156. Tell us whether the washer is a front loader or a top loader, plus the model number and how the 5-minute reset turned out.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F3 E1 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
F3 E1 means a Maytag washer cannot detect the water level, possibly because of the control unit or wiring.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Maytag appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
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