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Maytag Dishwasher F8E4 — Water in the Base

Maytag Dishwasher · Error code F8E4

What F8E4 Means

F8E4 means water was detected in the base/drip tray; the dishwasher drains and blocks operation to prevent a flood.

Symptoms

  • Cycle will not run
  • Continuous draining
  • F8E4 shown

Common Causes

1
Improper water-supply connection

An unseated fill-hose washer leaks into the base.

2
Disconnected float switch

The base float switch is unplugged or stuck.

3
Suds from dish soap

Regular dish soap creates suds that trip the sensor.

How to Fix It

  1. Unplug and check the fill-hose connection/washer for leaks.
  2. Tilt the unit back briefly to drain the base and reset the float.
  3. Use only dishwasher detergent.

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 Dishwasher Hose & Clamp Kit View on Amazon→

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