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.
F28
Error codeF28
ApplianceDryer
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
Reset routine for the F28 display on a Whirlpool commercial-grade residential dryer, plus when to call for service.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F28 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
Code listed on Whirlpool Product Help with only reset steps and no stated cause.
No cause, one remedy: that is how Whirlpool’s help listing treats F28 on its commercial-grade residential dryers.
The remedy
Take power away for 5 minutes using the breaker(s). Put power back and start a time dry cycle. Spend one minute observing the dryer to see whether F28 is displayed again.
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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