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Whirlpool Washer E3 Error Code

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Maya Ortiz Written by Maya Ortiz 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 E3
Appliance Washer
Quick answer

E3 on a Whirlpool stacked laundry center washer: unbalanced load. Stop the spin, remove items and rearrange the load.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so E3 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.

E3 is an unbalanced alarm: the washer may be too tightly packed or the clothing not evenly distributed.

E3 is an unbalanced alarm. On the washer section of a Whirlpool stacked laundry center, the washer may be unbalanced, which could be caused by the washer being too tightly packed or by clothing not distributed evenly. It usually occurs during the spin cycle.

What to do

  1. Stop the spin cycle.
  2. Remove several items.
  3. Rearrange the load evenly around the washplate.
  4. Restart the Spin cycle.

Related codes

  • E4: the lid was opened during the spin cycle.
  • E2: a draining alarm.

Whirlpool washer service in LA

To arrange Whirlpool washer repair in Los Angeles, ring (310) 448-6692. Tell the person on the line about the E3 code, the model and the steps you ran through. Details: Whirlpool washer repair.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: E3 – Error Code – Stacked Laundry Center

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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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