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.
F01 to F04
Error codeF01 to F04
ApplianceDryer
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
Hold the Power button to clear F01 to F04, then monitor the restart.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F01 to F04 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
F01 to F04 is a listed code range for Whirlpool compact heat pump dryers; no cause is stated.
Where this range applies
Whirlpool compact heat pump dryers use this group of codes. No cause is stated in the listing.
Two actions from the listing
While the dryer is on, press and hold Power for at least 3 seconds to clear the code.
Restart the dryer and watch it for 5 minutes in case the code displays again.
Related heat pump codes
F05 to F09: listed for the same compact heat pump dryers
Dryer service in Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego
For Whirlpool dryer visits in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas, ring (844) 968-2053. Keep the code, the model number and the steps you tried at hand.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
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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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