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Amana Washer F8 E3 Error Code

Too much water or foam on Amana washers.

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F8 E3
Easy DIY fix

Too much water or too much foam is in the tub, which Amana treats as an overflow. Regular (non-HE) detergent, too much HE detergent, very soft water and thickened "no splash" bleach all whip up extra suds.

Compatible models

Amana front-load models. Amana doesn't list which ones; your owner's manual will.

Also shown as

No other codes are listed for this fault.

Difficulty

Most people can clear this one at home with simple checks.

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Safety first: unplug the washer (or switch off its breaker) before touching filters, hoses or panels. If you smell burning or gas, or see water near the outlet, stop and call a professional.

How to fix Amana F8 E3

  1. Check the floor

    If water has spilled near the outlet or cord, switch off the breaker before you touch the plug.

  2. Cut back the detergent

    Use HE detergent only and measure it. With soft water you'll often need less than the bottle suggests.

  3. Switch bleach

    If you use "no splash" or "easy pour" chlorine bleach, change to regular liquid bleach. The thickener in those foams up.

  4. Run Clean Washer and reset

    Run a Clean Washer cycle to strip out detergent buildup, then do the 5-minute power reset before the next load.

When to call a technician

If you're using the right detergent and the code still shows, or water actually rises above normal, stop using the washer and book an Amana service visit.

Frequently asked questions

Which Amana models show the F8 E3 code?

Amana front-load models. Amana doesn't list which ones; your owner's manual will.

Can I fix Amana F8 E3 myself?

Usually, yes. Most F8 E3 problems clear with simple checks you can do at home. Start with the first step above: check the floor.

Other Amana washer codes

Last reviewed 2026-10-19. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.

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