Written by
Maya Ortiz 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.
FEE3
Error codeFEE3
ApplianceRefrigerator
Quick answer
FEE3 appears as a flashing F on bottom-freezer refrigerators. The manual lists a one-minute power reset and service if it returns.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so FEE3 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
A flashing F on the display that Product Help answers with a power reset.
The display of an affected refrigerator flashes F for FEE3. No cause is named; a reset is the remedy.
It is listed for bottom-freezer refrigerators.
Owner steps
For this code the manual begins with the water supply and then moves to a power reset.
Check that the water supply is fully on and open all the way.
Look along the water line to rule out bends that pinch it (kinks).
Disconnect power at the breaker or pull the plug, and give it one (1) minute.
Turn the breaker back on or push the plug back where it was.
Check that the cooling function has been switched on.
Monitor the display for one (1) minute to see whether the code reappears.
Should the code come back, book service per the manual.
Ring (310) 448-6692 to book Whirlpool refrigerator repair in the Los Angeles area; our refrigerator repair page explains more. Have the displayed code, FEE3, plus the model number and your attempts to 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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