F6E2 Serious Moderate DIY

Amana Dishwasher F6E2 — Water Inlet Valve Failure

Amana Dishwasher · Error code F6E2

What F6E2 Means

The control detected an electrical fault with the water inlet valve circuit.

Symptoms

  • Tub fills very slowly or not at all
  • Cycle aborts during fill
  • Audible buzz from valve area

Common Causes

1
Open or shorted inlet valve solenoid

Coil winding failed.

2
Broken wire to valve

Loose connector or chafed wire.

3
Control board relay failure

Output driving the valve burned out.

How to Fix It

  1. Disconnect power and remove the lower kickplate.
  2. Inspect wiring to the water inlet valve.
  3. Test the valve coil with a multimeter (~1000-1500 ohms).
  4. Replace the water inlet valve if out of spec.
  5. If the valve is good, the control board may need replacement.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement Amana dishwasher water inlet valve View on Amazon→

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: amana.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.