What does F 51 mean on my washing machine?

What does F 51 mean on my washing machine?

A Maytag washer code F51 means there is a sensor and control board fault or connection issue. Technically, it’s called a motor rotor position sensor failure (RPS). This can be corrected by either cleaning the sensor, possibly reconnecting it or it may need replacement.

How do you fix the F code on a Whirlpool Cabrio washer?

Quick Steps to Reset the Whirlpool Cabrio Error Code F If there isn’t a control board failure, the machine will self-assess and reset while unplugged. Next, plug in the washer and hold the START and PAUSE buttons at the same time for 1 minute. This simple exercise should clear the error code.

How do I reset my Cabrio washer?

Press the Start Stop button once. Rotate the dial until Rinse, Wash, and Stop light illuminate. Turn the washer off and unplug it for 10 seconds. Finally, turn on the washer and it should now be reset.

What is rotor position sensor?

The high-speed rotor position sensor measures the angular position of the rotor shaft in synchronous electric motors. The sensor signal is required for driving the e-machine torque control used in electric and hybrid vehicles.

What does a rotor position sensor do?

It may also be known as a motor rotor position sensor. The sensor assembly monitors the direction and speed of the spinning rotor and communicates this information to the electronic control board. If your washer pumps but will not spin or agitate, you may have a damaged sensor assembly.

How do I fix error code F51 on Whirlpool?

Sometimes simply resetting the washer will remove the F51 error code; this is because it allows the capacitors of the control board to discharge and then start to work correctly again. To reset the washer: Try to reset the washer by pressing down the “Pause/Cancel” button.

Why is my Whirlpool Cabrio washer flashing F?

An F/dL error code indicates a problem with the door lock. The error code will pop up when the door fails to lock. The washer will display the error code after six attempts to lock the door. To fix the issue, the door lock assembly needs to be inspected for loose or broken wires and other signs of damage.

How long does a Whirlpool Cabrio last?

about 14 years
How long will it last? Top loaders typically have a longer life than front load washing machines. This model should last about 14 years.

How long will a Whirlpool Cabrio washer last?

11 1/2 years
It does not do more than the average 8 loads of laundry per week that whirlpool statistics suggests an average household does. Whirlpool also says the lifespan of a Cabrio washer is 11 1/2 years, that’s comical, if you’re easily entertained by bad jokes.

Does the Whirlpool Cabrio have a reset button?

Try the Cabrio Reset Procedure Touch any button that you see on your display pad. This will clear the error code. Or you can press PAUSE/CANCEL. Choose a cycle and press START.