Amana dishwasher F8E2: draining: drain motor electrical problem
F8E2 means the control found an electrical fault in the drain pump circuit: the pump motor, its wiring, its fuse on the control or the control's drive.
What F8E2 means
- Brand
- Amana
- Appliance
- Dishwasher
- Code
- F8E2
- Documented meaning
- Draining: drain motor electrical problem
- Applies to
- 3 Amana models on 1 platform
- Can you keep using it?
- With caution
What the dishwasher is detecting
The control checks the drain pump circuit when it calls for draining. An open motor winding, a blown fuse, a pump locked by debris or a failed drive circuit sets this code.
Causes listed for this condition
In the order the service documentation checks them. Documented causes come from the manufacturer's service documentation for these platforms; possible causes are based on how the system works; unconfirmed marks common assumptions that the documentation does not support.
- Documented A loose connection in the drain motor circuit or an open drain motor winding.
- Documented Debris jammed in the drain pump impeller (listed on later platforms).
- Documented An open fuse on the control that feeds the drain motor.
- Documented A failed drain motor drive circuit on the control.
Safe checks you can make
- If your model has a removable filter in the bottom of the tub (the owner's manual shows how to twist it out), take it out, rinse it under the faucet and lock it fully back in place.
- Switch off the dishwasher's circuit breaker (or unplug it, if it plugs in under the sink) for one minute, restore power and run a short cycle to see whether the code returns.
Further diagnosis requires opening the appliance. Beyond the owner checks, diagnosis involves removing panels, testing components and checking wiring. We describe what a technician investigates, not how to do it yourself.
What a technician checks
- Checks the drain motor and every connection in its circuit with power off.
- Removes the pump to clear debris from the impeller if needed.
- Checks the control fuse for the drain circuit before suspecting the control.
Typical repairs and cost
Depending on what diagnosis finds, this code can lead to one of these repairs:
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher drain pump replacement | $180–$400 | Moderate |
| Dishwasher main control board replacement | $260–$590 | Moderate |
Typical total ranges for the Las Vegas area, parts and labor included. The final cost depends on diagnosis, the exact model, parts availability and whether other damage is found.
Can you keep using it?
Use with caution. The dishwasher may not drain. Do not keep restarting cycles with water in the tub; schedule service.
Amana models documented with this code
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Amana platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a dishwasher. Most F8E2 repairs involve a single component once diagnosed. Replacement becomes worth considering when the unit is near the end of its typical 9–12-year life and the diagnosed repair is a major one. See the repair-or-replace guide.
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