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Kenmore Dishwasher F1E1 / F1E2 Error Code
Main control board fault on Kenmore dishwashers.
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The dishwasher's main board has caught a problem with itself. F1E1 points to a relay on the board that's stuck closed; F1E2 means the board's memory is damaged or corrupted, and on Kenmore HE models Sears PartsDirect adds incompatible software as a possible cause.
Compatible models
Listed for Kenmore HE, Kenmore Elite HE, Global HE and MicroClean HE dishwashers in Sears PartsDirect's tables.
Also shown as
Models without a display flash the Clean light 1-1 or 1-2 instead. The 722, 363 and 665 Kenmore families don't use these codes.
Difficulty
Try the basic checks, but the usual fix is a technician's job.
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How to fix Kenmore F1E1 / F1E2
Cut power for 5 minutes
Switch off the dishwasher's breaker (or unplug it if the plug is reachable under the sink) and leave it off for a full 5 minutes. That gives the board a clean restart.
Run a short cycle
Turn the power back on, close the door and start a quick cycle. Stay nearby for the first few minutes to see whether the code comes straight back.
When to call a technician
A code that returns after the 5-minute power-off usually means the board itself, or wiring and parts it drives, has failed. A technician should test those against the tech sheet before a new board goes in.
Parts linked to F1E1 / F1E2
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kenmore models show the F1E1 / F1E2 code?
Listed for Kenmore HE, Kenmore Elite HE, Global HE and MicroClean HE dishwashers in Sears PartsDirect's tables.
Can I fix Kenmore F1E1 / F1E2 myself?
Only the basic checks. You can safely try the steps above, but F1E1 / F1E2 usually points to a part or fault that needs a technician.
Other Kenmore dishwasher codes
- F2E1 / F2E2Stuck button or control panel not talking to the board
- F3E1 / F3E2Water temperature and soil sensor fault
- F5E1 / F5E2Door switch problem
- F6E1Dishwasher isn't filling
- F6E3Suds or air in the pump
- F6E4Overfill float switch open
- F7E1 / F7E2Heating element fault
- F8E1 / F8E2Slow drain or drain pump fault
- F9E1 / F9E2Diverter motor fault
- IENot filling (722 series)
- OENot draining (722 series)
- AE / E1Leak detected in the base (722 series)
- FEOverflow detected (722 series)
- LEWash pump motor locked (722 series)
- HEHeating failure (722 series)
- C1 / C2 / C3Drain problem (363 electronic models)
- C6 / C7Water too cold or temperature sensor fault (363 models)
- Clean light blinks 7 timesHeater circuit failure (665 models)
- Sanitized light blinksSanitize temperature not reached (665 models)
Last reviewed 2026-10-21. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.