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Whirlpool Washer oL Code Overloaded Washer

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Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Code overview at a glance.

The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.

Error code oL
Appliance Washer
Content status Verified
Quick answer

oL on a Whirlpool top load washer signals an overloaded drum.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so oL 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 code may mean.

A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.

The load is too large if oL (overloaded) appears in the display.

Too much laundry in the drum is what oL (overloaded) is about on a Whirlpool top load washer.

Fixing an overloaded washer

When the display shows the error

  • Cancel by pressing Start or disconnecting the cord.
  • Water in the tub? Run a drain-only cycle.
  • Take out a few items or redistribute clothing so everything lies level and the washer is not overloaded; Bulky or Heavy Duty is the suggested cycle.
  • For a finished wash that only needs water extracted, Drain & Spin can be run after rearranging.

If the cycle can be paused

Hit Start to pause, raise the lid, cut down the load and resume with Start.

Easily confused with

Two off-balance messages sit close to this one: OFb and uL.

Service for the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego areas

Still seeing oL with a lighter load? Call our service center at (844) 968-2053; we cover the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Please have the model number and code ready.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: oL – Error Code

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Safety warning before you continue.

Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.

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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