Written by
Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
F4E3
Error codeF4E3
ApplianceDishwasher
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
F4E3 is a heating error; the manual asks for a 30-second power cycle and then service if it returns.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F4E3 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
Potential cause: heating error.
The short version
Code: F4E3
Potential cause: heating error
Fits: built-in dishwashers
First step: cycle power for 30 seconds
Doing the reset
If the dishwasher is plugged in, unplug it for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.
If it is hard-wired, switch off the breaker at the home electrical panel for 30 seconds, then switch it on.
Check for the code.
Next
If the error code returns, schedule service. See also F4E2 and F3E2.
Dishwasher service for your area
Our phone line, (844) 968-2053, covers Whirlpool dishwasher service in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Please give the F4E3 code, model number and reset outcome. More is at dishwasher repair.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
Safe
Important
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.
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