Roper washer F7E6: motor circuit open
F7E6 means the main control found an open circuit in one or more of the motor's windings or supply lines.
What F7E6 means
- Brand
- Roper
- Appliance
- Top-load washer
- Code
- F7E6
- Documented meaning
- Motor circuit open
- Applies to
- 9 Roper models on 5 platforms
- Can you keep using it?
- No — stop and have it checked
What the washer is detecting
The control checks for continuity in the motor circuits it drives. When one of them is open, so current cannot flow, F7E6 is stored.
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 An open motor winding or a broken connection in the motor circuit.
- Documented A wiring problem between the main control and the motor.
- Documented A fault in the main control's motor outputs (listed on newer models).
Safe checks you can make
- Unplug the washer for one minute, plug it back in and start a new cycle. If the code comes straight back, the condition is persistent and needs diagnosis.
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
- Runs the drive-system and drive-motor tests.
- Checks the motor circuit and harness from the control to the motor.
Typical repairs and cost
Depending on what diagnosis finds, this code can lead to one of these repairs:
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Washer drive motor replacement | $300–$720 | Heavy |
| Washer main control board replacement | $300–$720 | 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?
Stop using it until it is checked. The washer will not agitate or spin with an open motor circuit. Stop using it and have it diagnosed.
Roper models documented with this code
And 2 more. Use the model lookup to check yours.
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Roper platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a washer. Most F7E6 repairs involve a single component once diagnosed. Replacement becomes worth considering when the unit is near the end of its typical 10–13-year life and the diagnosed repair is a major one. See the repair-or-replace guide.
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