How to Reset a Newer Maytag or Whirlpool Washing Machine (Factory Calibration Mode)

[@ginaadrenaline]

I had my washer disconnected for months and it didn't want to work and this video got it working again. Thank you!! I'm happy I didn't have to call a repair man or customer support. For me, the lid lock light would be on so I left it open and the steps still worked.

[@reubenjohnson8563]

I just found this video and the process is running as we speak. Praying this does the trick. The washing machine also hasn't been used or even plugged up in months🎉 Btw, it responded exactly like the video described ❤❤❤

[@kariberger4978]

I didn't know I would live to see the day that I would have to outsmart a washing machine but here we are. Thank you for this troubleshoot tip!

[@Michelangelovolgs]

You were the only one that had a video for my washer. I’m sooooooooooo thankful! So far it’s going through a washer cycle. I thank you!🎉

[@findyourinfinity]

Ran a clean cycle...didn't think much about it...loaded up with clothes the next day, put soap in and everything....nope....dug everything darn thing back out...reset and so far so good, although the washer didn't run a 45 minute reset more like 1 minute. I'm thankful for this video, but I'm sad I don't have my 30 year old washer anymore. Thank you for the tips!!!! Before I forget, this is 7 months old, I have already had a service call, and I've had to reset it a few times. I'm glad I bought that 5 year warranty cause it looks like we are gonna need it 😅

[@Artimidorus]

Really wish I bought the extended warranty.

[@gyffjogofl7676]

​@Artimidorus we did and it's useless

[@stephanielynn4613]

This was the most helpful video ever. I hate modern technology because when it goes wrong it’s nearly impossible to repair yourself. Thank you!!!!!

[@countryroads4932]

This video saved my bacon. My asking machine isn't exactly like the one in this video, but it is close. There are only 5 buttons on the right, but I figured out the sequence and now my washer is up and running. Thank you!

[@bobvires9650]

Man if it weren’t for you posting the video I would have been without my washing machine until the service guy came back!! He’s been here twice doing repairs on my 2 month old 2-1 whirlpool. Apparently the bearings within the transmission was bad so he replaced the entire thing.. so far I am not happy with this washer.. thank you so much for doing what the repair man should have done while he was here.

[@mayraluvsu]

My husband has fixed this washer 3 times already. Worse purchase ever, only 3 years old. Hopefully last a couple more months. But your video so helpful to reset it.

[@chialexuwakwe3627]

Wow! Ben, you're the best thing that has ever happened to 'DIY' appliance videos...

[@digitalghost81]

Wish they made washers like they use to. New Maytag washer didn’t even make it pass its first wash. GE washer needs transmission and bearings replaced after only 5 months. Front loaders don’t use enough water to actually clean clothes. Have to hack/modify a screw on water level sensor unit to fill with more water. All junk.

[@SheriffWalrus]

it is illegal to make washers like they used to. thank your government.

[@Ikey04-ge9gy]

Front loader do use enough water and clean better than any top loader. But that’s a conversation you guys aren’t ready for.

[@craigandg]

Amen!

[@steved0603]

Thank you! This really helped. Ours died after a power surge from power restoration after a storm. My daughter was washing during the storm and it wouldn't work after the power came back on. All the top lights were on and I couldn't get your reset method to work, so we decided to unload the clothes so I could drain it like you said. As soon as we unloaded, it started draining on its own! Crazy. I was able to to run your reset sequence afterwards (to be safe) and it's back to functioning as it should! Thank you again for the help! 👍 I was afraid our two year old machine was going to be expensive to fix. 😮

[@yashuwbyisrael2324]

Worked perfectly after I replaced the lid lock. Which by the way instead of taking the entire wire off I only popped off the lod lock , flipped it over and removed the smallest backing piece and pushed plugged off of the board and then slid the plug on to the replacement lid lock unit and re installed. Took less than ten minutes and I by passed alot of work.

[@yamaro83]

do you mean the white part of the lid lock, that little white plastic piece?

[@yamaro83]

hey @yashuwbyisrael2324 i need a video from you

[@danii7260]

What lights were flashing in your washer? I’m trying to decipher my code. I have been unsuccessful. Mine flashes sense done and lock then it flashes just done. We replaced drain pump noticed a spliced burnt wire and I 🎉 thinking yes!! But no 😢. I don’t want to keep buying parts I’m not rich or I would have taken this washer over to whirlpool lit it on fire and gave them the finger. 16 months and this is what I get for buying new

[@deanjackson1734]

Thank You. I had to completely drain the washer, It's now working after following your instructions.

[@ElizabethS-m2k]

Thank you so much for this video! Bought my washer in April, it died in June. Repaired 4 days go and I got to do 5 loads before the lid stopped locking! I was so excited that my washer did exactly what your video shows for the reset, locking and unlocking as you outlined. However, when I went to try a load, the lid would not lock. Oh well, back to the Whirlpool warranty repair part 2.

[@JosephGordon-ny6eb]

5160

[@ElizabethS-m2k]

Thanks, I looked the code up and you are correct. The 6th wash load became unbalanced and was washer bucking so hard I thought it would hit a wall. The only thing I could think to do was press the start button to stop it. The lid unlocked then, but after reset, the lid clicks on/off immediately when I try to start a cycle. I am not smart enough to enter more codes - old lady who used to fix balance by opening a lid with no lock (Kenmore 1986 and still working like a champ) and moving the laundry around. I will have wait for the technician and hope for a quick. @@JosephGordon-ny6eb

[@jrr643]

this video was very helpful my wife and i are very greatful we been without a washer for months and we didn't know what do so again thank you for the help

[@jordanshilander7402]

My whirlpool had an error code F7E1 and I replaced the shift actuator like everyone said, still didnt spin. I replaced the capacitor and its working again so I recalibrated and its going fine. Thanks for the video!

[@morgancollinsworth4779]

Thank you so much I was really going to cry. I thought I had broken another washing machine

[@lauriebarnes346]

Great Video and very helpful… it’s a shame everythjng these days has to be so confusing

[@twylaharrison-neale2529]

How long did it take for the full recalibration to complete? In the video he said it would take "quite some time" but the lights on the washer have been flashing about an hour now. Can you help?

[@sidewayzmike]

I'm dealing with this exact unit, not even ran 10 loads total, pretty fresh purchase. I miss the old unit

[@crystalcordova6836]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@freestyleartisan1788]

@bensappliancesandjunk thank you so much for your video! I had a similar problem with my dryer and there are no videos of this style of dryer. So, I followed your directions to the washer and was able to figure out that my sensory board was loose. I was able to fix it in 10 mins! Thank you! Thank you!

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Nice!

[@JudithJJulian]

I appreciate the information the reset did not work. The lights soak, wash and done Keep flashing well after four minutes. I keep seeing comments about error codes. Where are the error codes displayed on the panel? My washer is not even two years old.

[@briancartagena9749]

Having the same problem with mine. 2 years old. Did you find a solution?

[@mikethomas5451]

⁠@@briancartagena9749he has another video. Hit 123 buttons in order 3 times, then it will alternate flashing the 4 top lights if error code. One with the lid lock light on, the other with out it on. The pattern coordinates to a number. I think first was an F code, the second an E code.

[@kenbarnes9057]

Thank you for this video. My washer had stopped mid wash, and this reset worked. 😊

[@jasmine8120]

Wooow thank you so much! It’s doing something finally!!! You are a complete genius!

[@jsg1108]

So what did he say to do? Mine has been blinking for a while now…

[@gregorystatt5562]

I like how the control panel sinks in when pressing the buttons.

[@julie2reall]

Thank you so much! This fixed my washer!!! You saved me a lot of money!

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Glad I could help!

[@chrismigl8763]

I get to the last step (where you said it took about 4 min to finish), but it just continually flashes from Sense -> Soak -> Wash -> Done. It did that from 5:30pm Sunday until 6:30am Monday morning, so I redid it again. What should I do if it doesn't finish recalibrating?

[@therockacademy8893]

Mines doing the same thing, stuck with the flashing for over 12 hours. I'm trying it again. Did you find a solution?

[@cheryldaves7107]

Did either of you guys ever find a solution because this isn't happening to mine? I haven't even had it that long. I replaced the locking mechanism because it stopped working and now I can't get it to work. Soak wash done in lid lock

[@GrayFoxFarms]

Look underneath at the wires going to motor. Mine has a wire that rubbed through and was arcing causing it to not spin

[@johnmatranga4224]

thanks for this video, unfortunately it didn't work for me. did 16 loads in my Whirlpool and it die. after waiting two and a half weeks the service company came out, and when I went to do laundry a few days later it's still wasn't working. My last washer lasted almost 20 years. this one didn't even last 20 weeks

[@Ali-yg2th]

God bless you!!!! So save my life several times😆😃

[@InvestmentJoy]

This one looks quite familiar

[@daracokyuksel1548]

Thank you. Just what I needed!!

[@odeccagibson4716]

I did the reset thinking that was the reason the lid would not latch. Did not work to cause the latch to work but all of the other things happened - the lights flashed and the machine ran. I figured there was an issue with the latch itself. So I unscrewed the latch from the lid and placed it into the latch mechanism. It latched and it appears it has to do with how the latch enters the latch mechanism. For now it works.

[@adriennewedel3791]

Thankyou! From the bottom of my heart! I'm going to subscribe...

[@StevenPadilla-f8q]

Needed you again ben,thank you

[@l.h4632]

Thank you so much it worked!

[@anthonycvanu]

What does it mean when I follow all of the rest steps but the machine makes a grinding noise right before it goes into its cycle and doesnt start?

[@fixitpro]

New machine, (like yours) trying to use first time, wouldn't fill. Directions said it should fill with allfresh (cleaning cycle). It said I could pause or stop. At half full I tried both pause and stop, machine wouldn't respond. I unplugged and plugged back in. Door would never unlock, machine went into drain mode, when finished draining, finally unlocked, now water temp flashes between warm and hot but 'whirlpool model # WTW5057LWO won't do anything except the H/W light flash. Seller says since they didn't do the install (blah blah, excuse, excuse). My previous washer, a Whirlpool, lasted over 50 years, ONLY thing I ever did to it was replace the belt. Thoughts?

[@trungthanhle1014]

Hello. I have Maytag 4.8 cf top load with deep fill. All light turn on with sense blink. It can not even shut off when I try shut down. When I hold start all the light turn on from left to right then begin like the first I mentioned. What should I do now and what do you think?

[@manolocabeza123]

Is this procedure the same for WTW8900BC whirlpool cabrio platinum?

[@retmsgtpete6509]

Thank you for the information easy peasy

[@awesometaxes]

Lowes purchase plan Contractor just left and he didn't even do this. He just said he's going to place an order for a replacement. Ok after the recalibration it's still blinking Sense, Done, . What can I do from here? Thank you so much for doing this video.

[@awesometaxes]

My claim was just approved apparently it's known to be an issue. Called Lowe's appliance they said someone else with this machine had an issue too.

[@CSanchez928]

Any help on resetting a washer that was mid wash, full of water when our power went out? The energy company restored power within an hour but now the power buttons are just stuck.

[@oraaq9283]

Hi Ben. I did all the diagnostic steps. Everything was okay, except right after all the steps, my machine just kept draining. Agitator not spinning, too. Any idea? The blinking lights are sense, done, lid, and then just done. Pause for a little bit, and the draining starts again.

[@demarcuscurtis3546]

Did you ever find a solution?

[@andyteri777]

Nice video , these washers suck tho . Always something going wrong

[@LaniSalter]

Will these instructions work for a Maytag 2000 Series washer? Model MHWE251YG00 Front Load 3.5 cu.ft. 27" stackable washing machine?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Unless the UI is identical, no

[@bibatoo]

Thank you so very much !!!!! Thank you!

[@draziusk]

I have the dryer version of this whirlpool what is next after I hit all the buttons to turn off the lights since a dryer lid doesn't lock?

[@seanmeese6914]

Thanks for the video Ben. What happens if the washing machine doesn't respond pass the initial 1-2-1-2? I've verified that it is receiving power properly.

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Took me a few times to get this to work. May have to unplug, wait 1min, then plug back in. Make sure the dial can work and you can select things too in a separate test

[@seanmeese6914]

@@bensappliancesandjunk Thanks, I'll keep trying!

[@CompetentSalesUSA]

Thank you

[@simonstuhl4170]

Ok Ben, got one for you. Why would a Maytag front load give an f05 error, even after replacing the components, heating element, heat sensor and ccu? Got any ideas?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Check wires for damage

[@nancymohney210]

I wasn't even given instructions on how to use my washer. so confusing how to get it to even start. do you have a video for that? it's not filling so I'm not sure I am doing it right

[@owenmarsh5895]

Once the cycle stopped, my washer still made a weird noise and wouldn’t go through a wash cycle. Any tips?

[@bobbiehler5060]

Ben, my issue I cannot empty the water in the unity prior going thru the reset process. Any suggestions??? I did run thru the process with water in the unit and it did not resolve the issue. Thanks for your support!

[@rhondafolden5950]

I have the same problem

[@stephaniewilder646]

Maytag top load washer MVW6200KW. It goes from sensing and skips to done. The inside won’t spin while balancing the load

[@nicemounts777]

My washer model MVWB765FW3 won't put water in the tub (hot or cold) we have cold and hot water in the lines.

[@3catmom]

Good to know.

[@genepatrick5325]

Do you have any used Whirlpool washers for sale? I'm interested in getting one, and how much will it cost to ship to the Caribbean?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

It's going to cost more than the washer

[@genepatrick5325]

@@bensappliancesandjunk 👍👍👍.

[@yamaro83]

how long do you think the reset lasts?

[@oorah1641]

Any chance you could help with/do a video on this model with an F7E1 no spin error?

[@johnlucian2259]

did you get your issue fixed what was it

[@oorah1641]

@@johnlucian2259 The belt had ended up coming off of the bin's pulley! I tipped it on its side, pulled the cover, and popped the belt back on. No issues since👍

[@mariaghirawoo-bognot9722]

What happens if you washer does not lock to start the process

[@ithelpdesk5258]

My xpert system has 3 knobs and a start button and a power button that's it , how do I recalibrate this type, washing filling and tripping out when to start wash

[@liljeeppp]

Thanks brother

[@KingYada1987]

No matter what wash i try It locks and unlocks, does 2 half spins, makes a noise, then says done.

[@syheidabrathwaite5390]

Mine is doing the same thing, any suggestions?

[@craiggibson9424]

Machine is out of balance. Unplug the machine, plug it back in. Go to drain and spin cycle, then process to whatever wash cycle you normally use.

[@tedthornton7791]

MVW6200KW1 only flashes sensing. Replaced the cpu/mainboard. Only sensing light comes on plus led indicators for temp , load size and etc. When i attempt to enter fault codes mode all indicators only flash once. (I understand they should flash twice if entered successfully. ) Then wash, rinse/spin, done and lid flash once then rinse/spin and done flashs once. Repeats. Removed back panel i see green flashing thru epoxy in bottom of board. Blue led on back of board remains off. Any help is appreciated. 3:20

[@tedthornton7791]

Shouldnt blue led on board be lit?

[@FreedomAwaitsLLC]

The error code f7e4 appeared during the recalibrate mode. Any suggestions?

[@GrayFoxFarms]

If you cant get this to work try checking the wires going to the motor. Mine just kept flashing for hours when i tried this. Turned out a wire had rubbed through and was arching

[@boxingtherapy87]

I did a reset on my washer. everything worked except no spin action in there

[@trevorscovel4385]

What would you do if during the calibration the drum never spinned?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Look for error codes. I have a video for that

[@mrmaddocs68752]

What about the MVW5430MW0?

[@ronalddevine9587]

Unrelated to this video, but I have noticed that dehumidifiers don't seem to last more than 4 or 5 years. $250 and up and they are junk. Does anyone make one that will last maybe 10 years?

[@CompetentSalesUSA]

Midea mad35s.

[@aneitaselden1069]

Thanks!

[@farinacielodelacruz6119]

What if the washer has clothes and water inside? Our washing machine automatically locked but the light of the lid is not there. It won't go to the soak, wash and done. It just stays in Sense mode. 😢

[@lindsayclark4739]

I have the same issue 😩

[@danii7260]

I must need a degree to understand because I’m still stumped. My whirlpool wtw5057lw0 flashes wash done and lid together then flashes done. The lid will not unlock until ai unplug for 60 secs and plug back in. My husband and I found a spliced burnt wire going to drain pump we fixed and replaced drain pump.. sadly washer did same thing half way through cycle. I have had for 16 months(out of warranty) I do not understand what the code means and I’m ready to go monster truck on it

[@Gintrixable]

Washer drain stays on in any cycle, currently getting error F3E2 but the hose is not bad

[@prayercloset]

What to do . .afterive completed steps to reset, the soak ,wash, done, lights flash in sequence then the lid light flashes and it repeats. Leaving me no way to open lid to complete last step. What to do?

[@alfredkopchinski-l1w]

Great video. Just purchased this type machine and wrote down what to do when it breaks. " Because " Everything's made to be broken , I just want you to know who I am " Goo goo dolls so g I think. Thanks for helping us do what we still can.😊

[@AlphaReturns5]

I replaced my locking mechanism. (It broke while it was locked my wife forced it opened and broke it. I’ve replaced it tried to rest the washer but it won’t lock. It’s giving me a error code F5E3. Any help?

[@paulkopacz5051]

I bought this exact machine earlier this month on the 8th. I used it approximately 5 times and then it stopped working. It flashes Sense, Done, Lid. I am getting the run around from the big box store where I bought it and the manufacturer (Whirlpool). This machine cost about $750.00 and it does not work nor will Whirlpool return my messages and won't issue an RA number so I can return it to the big box store where I bought it. Any idea's. I will try this reset tomorrow. I could use some help if you know what that code means.

[@paulkopacz5051]

I did follow your other video about putting the machine into test mode. It started the test but after a minute went right back to the error code Sense, Done, Lid.

[@nenenene9744]

My washer does the exact same thing. I hate whirlpool.

[@lisaboeren4206]

my washer was delivered monday and i didnt even get thru 1 load. tried the reset and it does everything video says but after the water foes once, it goes to sense, done, lock!

[@nenenene9744]

I can't figure out the reset code either. The paperwork doesn't list it either. I tried resetting

[@nenenene9744]

@@paulkopacz5051 My whirlpool did the exact same thing.

[@bruce7259]

I got a question for the professionals ! I have several washers that once you hit the “start” button , it waits about 5 minutes then it will start filling with water . Can someone help point me in the right direction because we have others just like it and the water fills as soon as you press start. It’s a whirlpool with the 6 led lights

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Recalibrate it using whatever method it needs. Often they go out of spec and take too long. That and make sure the water valve screen is cleared.

[@jasmine8120]

One question though at the end of the reset when you do everything you have to do how long should I be waiting for the blinking to stop? You said it took about 4 minutes for you but it’s taking longer then 4 minutes for me.

[@jsg1108]

I’m currently resetting mine as well. Lights blinking for a very long time.

[@yamaro83]

same@@jsg1108

[@matasiward3305]

What happens if your machine starts sensing then goes to done but never starts a load

[@videoguyinrye]

What happens if there is water in the tub? It stopped , never emptied and now I want to reset?

[@marginaotter8371]

Me too!!!!

[@PhotoKaz]

Rotate dial clockwise? you move it one setting... do you have to rotate it 360 degrees? (I wanted to drain and spin and it did whole wash with two rinses grrrrr)

[@PhotoKaz]

ok, just turn one setting... rotate to me means turn around ok, just ignore me

[@PaulMoore-kb4en]

My washer is showing F7E1 code (tachometer missing or wrong signal) What is a tachometer and how do I fix it?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Shift actuator, I have multiple videos on it for other WP machines.

[@MartinOrkuma]

What happens if the lights don't come on? But the faucet starts to fill with water?

[@ithelpdesk5258]

I have a whirlpool xpert system and it's only washing on manual cycle , the auto side filling and stopping and won't start washing

[@nenenene9744]

After all that my washer keeps flashing sense, Done, lid locked. Should I try again?

[@BGJUNIOR89]

Did u figure out what it was that's where I'm at? It's driving me crazy

[@rusky2012]

I'm also having this issue. What temp water are you running?

[@nenenene9744]

I'm trying to wash in cold water.

[@nenenene9744]

Wash cold water

[@rusky2012]

@nenenene9744 so if you wash with warm or hot water, you'll be able to finish your cycle if you're in a pinch. Check your water inlet valve to see if there is any debris. Disconnect the washer power supply, shut water supply off from the washer, remove cold water supply hose, and just look at the valve. If there's debris, it either needs to be cleaned or replaced. That's where I'm at right now I sprayed compressed air into the valve and got my washer dispensing more cold water but it's not enough for a cycle. My next step is to remove it, clean it and see if it works.

[@ericm9098]

Mine does have the green light but it won’t spin after the recalibration it will do the rinse but then not spin any idea what it could be?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Possibly capacitor. We just had that issue in a newer one. Check wiring though as well

[@ericm9098]

Ok thanks, do you have a link where I could get one that would fit it. My washer is like the one in your video.

[@billybobs841]

I had to put a new splutch on one of these machines and it was not mine it was somebody else's and they told me that they know on they turn it on they do what they think that they're supposed to do and it made a zap sound and then there was no light whatsoever on the machine what happened to it the main board

[@jeannie4526]

4 days only had my washer and it’s stuck on sensing and I just did an entire exchange to this set I’m over it

[@IammHaze]

My lid wont lock is there another step i can take?

[@SergeChevalier-c3p]

I have a different model with 5 keys instead starting from left: Temp- Options- Deep Fill- start/pause- Power. So I do not have 6 keys.

[@melissahamlett9459]

Mine was the same I did the power button twice and it worked

[@VianeyRivera-e6h]

It’s been well over 4 minutes and it still hasn’t finished flashing. What do I do?

[@rossday1020]

I have the exact washer and it’s stuck on sensing and won’t do anything other than flash sensing

[@tiffanyp8877]

Ok so what happens when the lid won't lock after pressing 1-2 1-2? Anyone have the answer? Control board has flashing green light!

[@JesusTheOnlyWay777]

I just purchased this piece of junk! My first wash and it filled up, then drained out without washing the clothes. Second try, it filled up, washed the clothes then drained out and never rinsed the clothes. I hate it, looks like I will need to buy another washer. I just want simple, a washer that washes and rinses the clothes!!!! Should I recalibrate it already????

[@awesometaxes]

Agreed, 1 time it didn't work it was bcuz off the lid lock and it was making an annoying noise. 2 nd time now and it's not the lid lock. I'm so over this machine.

[@melissahamlett9459]

Ours has been nothing but trouble from day 1.. worse washer ever can’t wait to take it out back and blow it up! I end up having to recalibrate in at least a dozen times a week!

[@amycoleman7257]

I am having issues to. Can't find what setting has the highest water level. I have the Deep Water and it still will only fill half way.

[@emmtee227]

What happens when it is done? There are lights still blinking after ten minutes.

[@hokagecuh]

You figure it out ?

[@racqueljack8425]

How do i put the washer in stand by mode?

[@elysiamathias6476]

I unplugged my unit for a few minutes. When I plugged it in, it is automatically in stand by mode. Just don't touch the power button before following the steps in the video

[@tweetipie239]

Board,lid lock, water pump all changed and wire fixed, calibrated 4 times and washer will still not pump water out.

[@Artimidorus]

Well, unfortunately that didn't work for me. :( I just love how their warranty didn't seem to cover much and then a day or so after the full warranty expires the washer just died.