If you are getting Amana washing machine error codes, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide explains the meanings of these codes and gives you steps on how to resolve them. So, without further ado, let’s get right to it…
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Amana Washing Machine Error Code ND — How To Fix
If the Amana washing machine error code ND pops up, it indicates that something is preventing your washing machine from draining. Here are the things to look for if your washing machine isn’t draining…
1. Clogged Pump Filter (Front Loaders Only)
Do the following to clean a clogged pump filter in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by unplugging your washing machine from the power supply before proceeding with this repair.
Step 2. Pull out the lower front access panel of your washing machine. Place a towel or rag on the floor in front of your washer.
Step 3. Pull out the emergency drain hose (if your model has one). Place a container under the hose and pull the cap off. Once all the water stuck in the machine has drained out, put the cap back on.
Step 4. Turn the knob beside the emergency drain hose and pull the drain filter out (some water will still leak out). Take the filter to a sink and rinse out any debris or lint that may have accumulated in it.
Step 5. Once the filter is clean, put it back in place and turn it to secure. Put the lower front access panel back onto the machine.
Step 6. Plug the washing machine into the electrical supply and test the machine to ensure the issue has been fixed.
2. Blocked Tub-To-Pump Hose
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to clean a blocked tub-to-pump hose in your Amana washing machine…
How To Clean Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Tub-To-Pump Hose
Clean the tub-to-pump hose in your Amana washing machine by doing the following…
Step 1. Shut the washing machine’s water supply and disconnect the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent water leaks and electrocution.
Step 2. With a pair of pliers, squeeze the clamp on the drain hose at the back of your washing machine and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the machine.
Step 3. Disconnect the HOT and COLD water supply lines from the ports on your washing machine (ensure that you have a towel nearby to clean any water leakage).
Step 4. Tilt the washing machine backwards carefully and lay it on the floor (get someone to help you if needed).
Step 5. Use your pliers to squeeze the clamp holding the tub-to-pump hose to the to the pump assembly and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the pump (some water will spill out). Repeat this process with the other end of the hose.
Step 6. Take the hose to a sink and use a screwdriver to clean out any debris and dirt that may be clogging it. Once the hose has been cleared, try running some tap water through it.
Step 7. Connect the hose back to the drain pump and tub. Slide the retaining clamps in place to secure the hose.
Step 8. Carefully lift the machine upright and reconnect the drain hose to the back of your machine. Secure the hose by squeezing the retaining clamp and sliding it into place.
Step 9. Reconnect the COLD and HOT water inlet hoses to the ports at the back of your washing machine (ensure that you secure them properly).
Step 10. Plug your machine back into the electrical supply and turn the water supply valve back on. Try running a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
How To Clean Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Tub-To-Pump Hose
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to clean a blocked tub-to-pump hose in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure to unplug your washing machine from its electrical supply before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of electrocution.
Step 2. Remove all the screws holding the rear access panel using a 1/4 inch nut-driver. Lift the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Spread a towel on the floor of the cabinet under the tub-to-pump hose. With a pair of pliers, squeeze the clamp on the end of the hose connected to the drain pump and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the pump (some water wills spill out).
Step 4. Squeeze the clamp at the other end of the hose and slide it out of place. Pull the other end of the hose off the tub.
Step 5. Take the hose to a sink and clean out any dirt and debris clogging it using a flat-blade screwdriver. Run some water through the hose a few times to ensure that it isn’t clogged.
Step 6. Once you’ve cleaned the hose properly, reconnect the hose to the drain pump and tub. Slide the retaining clamps into place to secure the hose.
Step 7. Put the rear access panel back onto your washing machine and use your nut-driver to apply all the screws. Plug the machine into the power outlet and test the machine to see if the problem has been fixed.
3. Damaged Drain Pump
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged drain pump assembly in your Amana washing machine…
How To Replace A Failed Drain Pump In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged drain pump in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by unplugging your washing machine from its power supply before starting this repair.
Step 2. With a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out all the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the rear access panel. Lift the panel off your machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Use your pliers to squeeze the clamp on the drain hose attached to the drain pump and slide the clamp out of place. Pull the hose off the pump some water may spill out).
Step 4. Disconnect the wire connector attached to the drain pump assembly. Remove the mounting bolts holding the pump to the bottom of the tub using a 5/16 inch nut-driver. Pull the pump out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 5. Remove your new washing machine drain pump from its packaging and mount it at the bottom of the tub. Apply the bolts with your nut-driver to secure the new pump. Connect the electrical connector to the new pump.
Step 6. Connect the outlet hose to the port on the new pump and secure the hose by sliding the retaining clamp in place.
Step 7. Put the rear access panel onto your washing machine and use your nut-driver to apply the screws. Plug the machine back into the power outlet and make sure the machine works properly by running a wash cycle.
How To Replace A Failed Drain Pump In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace a damaged drain pump assembly in your Amana top loader washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. Ensure that you unplug your washing machine from the electrical supply and turn the water supply valve off before proceeding with the repair in order to prevent water leaks or electrocution.
Step 2. Squeeze the clamp on the drain hose connected to the back of your machine and slide it out of place. Pull the drain hose off the port.
Step 3. Spread a towel or rag under the inlet hoses. Use your pliers to disconnect the two water supply lines from the ports at the back of your washing machine (water will spill out).
Step 4. With the help of another person, carefully tilt the washing machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 5. With a 5/16 inch nut-driver, loosen the screws securing the drain pump assembly to the tub. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the drain pump.
Step 6. Using a pair of pliers, squeeze the clamps on the outlet hoses attached to the drain pump and slide them out of place. Pull the hoses off the drain pump (keep a rag handy to clean any water leaks).
Step 7. Pull the drain pump off the tub and set it aside. Remove your new washing machine drain pump from its packaging.
Step 8. Mount the new drain pump assembly at the bottom of the tub and apply the bolts with your nut-driver to secure it. Connect the wire harness to the new drain pump.
Step 9. Connect the two hoses to the ports on the new drain pump and slide the retaining clamps in place to secure them.
Step 10. Carefully lift the washing machine upright and connect the drain hose to the back of your washing machine.
Step 11. Reconnect the water supply hoses to the ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure to secure them properly so water can’t leak out).
Step 12. Turn your washing machine’s water supply and plug the power cord back into the electrical supply. Test the washing machine by running a wash cycle.
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Amana Washing Machine Error Code E3 — Fixed
The Amana washing machine error code E3 indicates that the motor has failed. Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a failed motor in your washing machine…
How To Replace Failed Motor In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a failed motor in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the electrical supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of your washing machine securing the rear access panel. Lift the rear panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Slowly rotate the drive pulley and take the drive belt off. Reach into the other side of the drive motor and disconnect the electrical connectors attached to it. Release the motor wires from the retainer.
Step 4. Using a socket wrench, remove all the bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the machine. Carefully pull the drive motor off the mount and set it aside.
Step 5. Take your new drive motor assembly out of its packaging. Install the new motor at the bottom of the tub and use your nut-driver to apply the mounting bolts.
Step 6. Connect the electrical connectors to the new motor and secure the wires in the retainer.
Step 7. Loop the drive belt around the drive pulley and motor shaft (make sure the grooved side of the belt faces downwards).
Step 8. Put the rear access panel onto your washing machine and use your nut-driver to apply the screws. Plug the power cord into the outlet and try running a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
How To Replace Failed Motor In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a failed drive motor in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Ensure that you unplug your washing machine from its power supply and turn the water valve off before starting this repair in order to prevent water leaks and electrocution.
Step 2. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (spread a rag on the floor to clean any water leakage).
Step 3. Squeeze the retaining clamp on the outlet hose connected to the back of the machine and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the machine.
Step 4. Secure the lid of your washing machine using some tape. With the help of another person, carefully tilt the machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 5. Use a nut-driver to remove the bolts securing the belt cover to the bottom of the tub. Pull the belt cover off and set it aside. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the motor.
Step 6. Slowly rotate the drive pulley and take the drive belt off. With a socket wrench, remove the bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the machine. Carefully lift the motor off the mounting plate and set it aside.
Step 7. Remove your new washing machine drive motor from its packaging and mount it at the bottom of the tub. Apply the mounting bolts with your socket wrench to secure it.
Step 8. Connect the electrical connector to the new motor. Loop the driver belt around the drive pulley and motor pulley (make sure the grooved side of the belt faces downwards).
Step 9. Put the belt cover onto the machine and apply the screws to secure it. Carefully lift your washing machine upright and peel the tape off the lid.
Step 10. Connect the drain hose to the port at the back of your washing machine and secure it by sliding the retaining clamp in place.
Step 11. Connect the two water supply lines to the inlet ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure the hoses are properly secured so water can’t leak out).
Step 12. Plug your washing machine’s power cord into the power outlet and turn the water supply valve back on. Test the washing machine by running a wash cycle.
Amana Washing Machine Error Code F5 — How To Fix
If you are getting the Amana washing machine error code F5, it indicates that the door isn’t properly locked. Make sure to firmly shut your washing machine’s door before starting a cycle.
If your washing machine door isn’t locking, you’ll need to replace the lock assembly. Here’s how to do this…
How To Replace Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Door Lock
Do the following to replace a failed door lock in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine from the power supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Open the door of your washing machine. Using either a flat-blade screwdriver or a pair of needle-nosed pliers, take out the metal retaining wire around the door boot seal (ensure that you do not damage the seal).
Step 3. Peel the door seal off the door opening. With a Philips screwdriver, take out the screws holding the door lock assembly to the cabinet. Reach into the machine and pull the door out of place.
Step 4. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the door lock and set the lock assembly aside.
Step 5. Remove your new washing machine door lock from its packaging. Connect the electrical connector to the new lid lock.
Step 6. Install the new lid lock in your washing machine and apply the mounting screws with your screwdriver.
Step 7. Carefully fit the door seal back around the door opening (ensure that the seal isn’t damaged). Use your pliers or flat-blade screwdriver to fit the retaining wire around the door seal. Close the door of your machine.
Step 8. Plug your washing machine’s power cord into the electrical supply and try running a wash cycle to make sure the error code is gone.
How To Replace Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Door Lock
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace the door lock in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure to unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the electrical supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Use a 1/4 inch nut-driver to take out the screws at the back of the machine holding the rear cover of the control panel. Pull the panel off and set it aside. Put some tape on the lid of your washing machine to secure it.
Step 3. Disconnect the lid lock electrical connector from the control panel and release the wire from the retainer.
Step 4. Take out the screws at the back of the machine holding the top panel. Lift the top panel and support it against a wall.
Step 5. Pull the lid lock wire through the opening on the top panel. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to release the lid lock wire from the retainers on the top panel.
Step 6. With your Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the lid lock to the top panel. Pull the lid lock assembly off your machine and set it aside.
Step 7. Take your new washing machine lid lock out of its packaging. Mount the new lid lock on the top panel and use your screwdriver to apply the screws.
Step 8. Secure the lid lock wire in the retainers and pass the connector through the opening on the top panel.
Step 9. Carefully lower the top panel and snap it into the cabinet. Peel the tape off the lid.
Step 10. Go to the back of your washing machine and connect the lid lock electrical connector to the control board. Put the rear access cover onto the control panel and use your nut-driver to apply the screws.
Step 11. Secure the top panel to the cabinet by applying the bolts at the back with your nut-driver. Plug your machine into the electrical supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the error code is gone.
Amana Washing Machine Error Code OE — Solved
The Amana washing machine error code OE indicates that the machine is overfilling. Here are the issues to look for if your machine is overfilling…
1. Water Pressure Is Too High
If your washing machine’s water supply pressure is too high, the drum may end up overfilling. If this is the case with your machine, try closing the water supply valve partially. We recommend hiring a plumber to take a look at the issue.
2. Damaged Water Pressure Switch
This is the most common cause of overfilling. If your washing machine doesn’t stop filling with water, you’ll most likely need to replace the pressure switch. Here’s how to do this…
How To Replace Faulty Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
Replace a damaged water pressure switch in your Amana washing machine by doing the following…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Using a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out the bolts at the back of your washing machine securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards about and inch or so and lift it off the machine.
Step 3. Rotate the water pressure switch and pull o off the cabinet. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the switch and pull the air pressure hose off.
Step 4. Take your new washing machine water pressure switch out of its packaging. Connect the air pressure tube to the new switch and connect the electrical connector.
Step 5. Snap the new pressure switch into the cabinet. Put the top panel onto the machine and use your nut-driver to apply the screws. Turn the power supply back on and run a wash cycle to see if the error code is gone.
How To Replace Faulty Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
Do the following to replace a failed water pressure switch in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Please ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Pull the pressure switch knob off the control panel (if needed, use some string to do this).
Step 3. Insert a putty knife under your washing machine’s control panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the control panel and lay it on the lid of the machine.
Step 4. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, pull the air pressure tube off the pressure switch. Disconnect the wire harness from the switch.
Step 5. Pry the pressure switch off the mounting base using a flat-blade screwdriver. Set the old switch aside and take your new one out of its packaging.
Step 6. Snap the new pressure switch onto the mounting base and connect the wire harness to it.
Step 7. Connect the air pressure tube to the new pressure sensor. Lift the control panel and snap it back into place. Turn the power supply back on and run a wash cycle to see if the error code has been cleared.
3. Damaged Water Inlet Valve
To replace a damaged water inlet valve in your Amana washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Replacing Water Inlet Valve In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Here’s what you’ll need to do in order to replace the inlet valve in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Please ensure that you shut your washing machine’s water supply and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of electrocution and water leakage.
Step 2. Spread a towel on the floor underneath the two water inlet hoses. Use a pair of pliers to unscrew the water supply lines from the back of your washing machine (water will spill out).
Step 3. Remove the screws at the back of the machine securing the top panel using a screwdriver. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, and lift it off the cabinet.
Step 4. Disconnect the solenoid wire connectors attached to the inlet valve assembly (ensure that you take note of where each connector goes).
Step 5. With your pliers, squeeze the clamps on the hoses attached to the valve and slide them out of place. Pull each hose of the valve.
Step 6. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of the machine securing the inlet valve. Pull the valve assembly out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 7. Remove your new washing machine water inlet valve from its packaging. Connect each wire harness to its appropriate terminal on the new valve.
Step 8. Connect each tube to the port on the new valve assembly and secure them with the retaining clamps.
Step 9. Mount the new valve on the cabinet and apply the screws at the back to secure it. Slide top panel onto the cabinet and use your screwdriver to apply the screws at the back.
Step 10. Connect the two water supply hoses to the ports at the back of your washing machine. Plug the power cord into the outlet and turn the water supply valve back on. Test the machine by running a wash cycle.
Replacing Water Inlet Valve In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a failed inlet valve in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Please ensure that you unplug your washing machine from the electrical supply and turn the water supply off before starting this repair.
Step 2. Insert a tool such as a putty knife underneath your washing machine’s control panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the control panel and lay it on top of the cabinet.
Step 3. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water supply hoses attached to the back of your washing machine (some water will leak out).
Step 4. Disconnect the wire harness of the water inlet valve from the control board.
Step 5. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws holding the water inlet valve to the machine. Pull the valve assembly out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Take your new washing machine water inlet valve assembly out of its packaging. Install the new valve in your washing machine and apply the mounting screws to secure it.
Step 7. Connect the water inlet valve electrical connector to the control board. Lift the control panel and snap it back into the cabinet.
Step 8. Connect the two water supply lines back to the ports at the back of your machine (ensure that the hoses are secured properly so water can’t leak out). turn the water and power supply back on, then try running a cycle to see if the error code is gone.
4. Failed Control Board
In a few cases, the cause of an overfilling washing machine may be a failed control board. Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace your washing machine’s control board…
Replacing Failed Control Board In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged control board in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1.In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, ensure that you washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife underneath the machine’s control panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the control panel and set it on top of the cabinet.
Step 3. Disconnect all the electrical connectors attached to the control board (make sure to take note of where each connector goes). Release the wires from the retainers.
Step 4. Pull the air pressure tube off the port on the control board. Remove the screws holding the control board to the panel using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the selector knob off the control panel.
Step 5. Lift the control board off the panel and set it aside. Remove your new washing machine control board from its packaging.
Step 6. Mount the new control board on the panel and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the mounting screws.
Step 7. Connect the air pressure tube to the port on the new board. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new control board and secure the wires in the retainer.
Step 8. Push the selector knob onto the shaft on the control panel. Lift the control assembly and snap it into the cabinet. Plug the machine into the power supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
Replacing Failed Control Board In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged control board in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the electrical outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Use a 1/4 inch nut-driver to loosen the screws at the back of your washing machine securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, and lift it off the machine.
Step 3. With a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the control board off the side of the cabinet.
Step 4. Pull the plastic cap off the control board and disconnect the electrical connectors attached to it (make sure to note where each connector goes). Set the control board aside.
Step 5. Remove your new washing machine control board from its packaging. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new control board and snap the cover on.
Step 5. Mount the new control board on the cabinet and snap it in place. Place the top panel onto the machine and apply the bolts at the back to secure it. Plug your machine into the outlet and try running a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
Amana Washing Machine Error Code 5D — Solved
If you are getting the Amana washing machine error code 5D (often read as SD), it indicates that there is an excessive amount of suds in your washing machine. This is caused by using too much detergent during cycles. It could also be as a result of using the wrong type of detergent.
In order to prevent excessive foaming, we recommend using only High Efficiency (HE) detergents when washing. This type of detergent is made specifically for washing machines.