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Whirlpool Washer FAE1 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 FAE1
Appliance Washer
Quick answer

FAE1 on a Whirlpool laundry tower washer lists installed shipping bolts as the potential cause.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so FAE1 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.

FAE1 lists shipping bolts still installed as the potential cause.

FAE1 on the washer section of a Whirlpool laundry tower names installed shipping bolts as the potential cause. That is often something to check on a newly delivered or moved unit.

What to do

  1. Remove the shipping bolts, following the Installation Instructions.
  2. Cycle power: disconnect the washer for 5 minutes, then restore power.

Schedule service if FAE1 returns.

Covers

Washer section of laundry towers.

Related codes

  • FCE0: a front load washer code with reset steps only
  • F9E2: drain pump blocked

Whirlpool washer service in Los Angeles

Need a hand once the bolts are out and FAE1 remains? Call (310) 448-6692 or see washer repair. Share the code, the tower model number and whether the bolts were removed.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: FAE1 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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