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Whirlpool Refrigerator F3 E1 error code

Difficulty: Hard · Cost: $80–$200 · Duration: 2m

The F3 E1 error means your Whirlpool refrigerator detected a problem with the freezer temperature sensor. This sensor monitors the freezer compartment temperature to keep cooling accurate. When it fails the freezer may over-chill or fail to maintain the correct temperature. A power reset clears temporary faults. If the code returns service is required.

Common causes

  • Freezer temperature sensor has malfunctioned or failed
  • Sensor wiring is loose, corroded, or damaged
  • Temporary electronic glitch

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Unplug the refrigerator or turn off the circuit breaker for 1 minute

  2. 2

    Restore power and make sure cooling is on

  3. 3

    Monitor for 1 minute to confirm F3 E1 does not return

  4. 4

    If it returns contact a qualified technician or schedule service to test and replace the freezer sensor

Related Whirlpool Refrigerator error codes

1

PO

A power outage was detected — check food safety and close the door

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2

Door Alarm

A door or drawer has been left open for more than 2 minutes

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3

Temperature Alarm

The refrigerator or freezer temperature has risen to an unsafe level

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4

Flashing F

A fault was detected — reset the refrigerator first

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