Whirlpool Duet GHW9150P Front Load Washer
Problem for Whirlpool Duet GHW9150P Front Load Washer

F21, won't drain, unplugged, door still won't




By mrstlmiller on Nov 02, 2009

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F21, won't drain, unplugged, door still won't open, won't run, full of cloths & water, tried every thing the call center & manual said. Don't have a service call until tomorrow afternoon.
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Nov 02, 2009

- Can I do this if it is a new washer and still under warranty? I have folks telling me I'll void the warranty if I do it myself. I'm just worried about the cloths, hope they don't rot before service tomorrow (Tues.) afternoon. They've been in water since Friday evening!

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posted on Nov 02, 2009
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jsrock516

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This is a repair that you can perform yourself. "F21" is a Long Drain error code. This indicates that you have an obstruction somewhere in the drainage system. In most cases, this means you probably have a clog in the drain pump. The following link explains:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r1484065-f21_error_code_whirlpool_duet_kenmore

You may have something getting caught in the pump impeller and slowing it down. Or, you may have something clogging the drain lines. Included is a follow-on link that explains how to check the drain pump to clean. You may also have to remove the inlet hose that runs from the bottom of the wash tub to the inlet side of the drain pump. Debris can commonly clog in this area as well causing the drain cycle to fail.

NOTE: If these preliminary measures do not correct your problem, you may have to replace the drain pump. It does not take much to damage the pump impeller or motor. Since the error code is generated if the drain cycle exceeds 8 minutes, if the pump is damaged and can't pump at the required volume, the error code will continue to appear until the pump is replaced.

NOTE: The "SUDS" error can also commonly occur with the F21 error code as this is can be generated when air is sensed in the drainage system.
If the door won't open it could be jammed due to the program being interrupted. There is a manual release you can use to retrieve anything left inside the drum. The following link explains:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r622155-kenmore_elite_whirlpool_duet_door_jammed

In most cases, simply resetting the door in this manner will restore normal operation.

If you have any questions, please let me know. I hope this helps you.
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Nov 02, 2009

- If the washer is still under warranty, this may void it. Your clothes will be fine if its only going to be one day before the repairman arrives.

Nov 02, 2009

- NOTE: If you want to drain the tub to avoid the water from souring, you can use a wet/dry shop vac and pull a vacuum on the drain line. This will remove the water from the tub and will not require you to open the unit in any way. This may also dislodge anything that may be caught in the drain line. If the washer still displays the error code after using this method, either the clog is in the pump, or the pump has failed.
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posted on Nov 02, 2009
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salde386

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take the bottom panel off,you have to clean out the pump,probably coins in there,you'll see a round cap on right hand side,use plyers and twist to the left,if you have a wet and dry vac use this and put towels down,twist the cap enough so that you can vac the water as it comes out,after draining water twist the cap and take it out,clean it and feel drain hose,you might have to take hose off where it connects onto pump if you feel junk in hose,don't sqwease it hard you don't want to pop a hole in hose if something like a bobby pin is in there,should be all set
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Nov 15, 2009

- also you might have to change out the pump,coins or junk that gets stuck in there can kill it
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