F6E1 Serious Easy DIY

Maytag Dishwasher F6E1 — No Water Detected

Maytag Dishwasher · Error code F6E1

What F6E1 Means

The dishwasher started a fill but the flow meter never registered water entering the tub within the allowed time. The wash cycle is halted to protect the heater and pump.

Symptoms

  • Dishwasher hums but doesn't wash
  • No water in the tub
  • Cycle pauses early
  • Long pause at start of cycle

Common Causes

1
Water supply shut off

Under-sink valve closed or house water turned off.

2
Clogged inlet screen

Debris in the water inlet valve screen restricts flow.

3
Failed water inlet valve

Solenoid coil open or stuck closed.

4
Kinked or frozen supply line

Braided line crimped behind the unit.

5
Failed flow meter

Sensor on the inlet doesn't see flow even though water is entering.

How to Fix It

  1. Confirm the under-sink shut-off valve is fully open and the line isn't kinked.
  2. Disconnect the supply line at the inlet valve (with the shut-off closed) and check the screen for debris; clean it.
  3. Open the shut-off briefly into a bucket to verify good flow and pressure.
  4. If supply is good, test the inlet valve solenoid with a multimeter — typical reading 500-1500 ohms.
  5. Replace the inlet valve if open/shorted.
  6. If the valve is good but F6E1 returns, suspect the flow meter on the fill assembly.

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.

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More Maytag Dishwasher Codes

F1E1 F1E1 — Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Stuck Key on Control Panel F2E2 F2E2 — User Interface Communication Error F3E1 F3E1 — Thermistor / OWI Sensor Failure F3E2 F3E2 — Thermistor Open / Out of Range F4E1 F4E1 — Heater Circuit Fault

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: maytag.com

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