


Fisher & Paykel is a premium brand from New Zealand, known for innovative DishDrawer dishwashers, counter-depth refrigerators, and sleek ranges. Tight NYC installs and heavy family use can expose circulation pumps, seals, and sensor networks to wear. This guide details common Fisher & Paykel failures, a Webflow-ready error code column, technical diagnostics, DIY quick fixes, and when professional service is the smart move versus replacement.
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher F1 – flood fault (leak detected)
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher F2 – circulation motor fault
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher F3 – temperature sensor fault
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher F4 – drain pump error
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher F9 – electronics/control fault
Fisher & Paykel Washer 37 – pump blocked (drain)
Fisher & Paykel Washer 49 – motor controller fault
Fisher & Paykel Washer 62 – out-of-balance detected
Fisher & Paykel Washer 130 – water valve fault
Fisher & Paykel Washer 131 – pressure sensor error
Fisher & Paykel Washer 136 – motor/drive fault
Fisher & Paykel Dryer E5 – heating element fault
Fisher & Paykel Dryer E6 – temperature sensor fault
Fisher & Paykel Dryer E7 – motor error
Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator E1 – thermistor error
Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator E2 – fan motor error
Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator E3 – defrost heater error
Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator E4 – compressor relay fault
Fisher & Paykel Oven F1 – probe fault (RTD)
Fisher & Paykel Oven F2 – over-temperature detected
Fisher & Paykel Oven F3 – cooling/convection fan error
Fisher & Paykel Cooktop – F4 induction inverter fault
Fisher & Paykel Cooktop – F5 overheat/thermal protection
Fisher & Paykel Hood – E1 blower motor error
Q: Why won’t my DishDrawer drain?A: Clean filters, remove kinks, verify high loop, and check disposal knockout.Q: My Fisher & Paykel fridge is warm but the freezer is cold—why?A: Likely an iced evaporator or failed fan; defrost and test fans.Q: Are parts easy to source?A: Most pumps, seals, and sensors are readily available.
Repair is typically cost-effective: pumps, seals, gaskets, fans, and sensors are replaceable. Replace only for sealed-system refrigerator failures, repeated board failures, or severe cabinet damage on older units.
Fisher & Paykel integrates precise NTC sensors, electronic pressure monitoring, and pan leak switches; DishDrawer uses twin drawers with independent pumps and heaters. Flow paths are compact; kinks or debris quickly trigger errors. Refrigerators rely on adaptive defrost and thermistor networks. Ranges mix spark ignition with probe-controlled ovens. Checks: heater 20–40 Ω, pump continuity, thermistor 5–10 kΩ @ 25 °C, and pressure switch transitions in diagnostics.
Call a technician for persistent F/E codes after resets, visible leaks, repeated ignition failures, sealed-system refrigerator faults, or electrical burning smells. Professionals run DishDrawer diagnostics, test loads, and protect cabinetry during service.
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