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.
F31
Error codeF31
ApplianceDryer
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
F31 is an L2 code about the home power supply and the dryer heater, with the owner checks from the manual.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F31 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
An L2 (Low or No Line Voltage) error indicates a possible problem with the home power supply, keeping the dryer heater from turning on.
Reading F31
On a Whirlpool commercial-grade residential dryer this code is the L2 (Low or No Line Voltage) error. The home power supply may be the problem, which stops the heater from turning on.
Owner checks
Fuses or breakers: look for a blown household fuse or a tripped breaker. An electric dryer uses two.
Resetting the breaker: replace the dryer fuse(s), or switch the dryer’s household breaker off for one minute and back on.
Power cord: confirm it is properly installed, using the Installation Instructions.
Retest: start a time dry cycle and monitor it for one minute.
For the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas, call (844) 968-2053. Have the code, the model number and the results of your fuse and cord checks ready.
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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