Kenmore 796. model front-load washer error codes:
Reference Model: None
These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Kenmore front load washer model 796.
When the control on your Kenmore front load washer model 796. detects a problem or part failure:
- The washer stops and the control panel won't respond to button selections.
- The error code that is associated with the problem or part failure blinks on the digital display.
- The washer won't operate until you fix the replace or replace the failed part that caused the error code.
Follow the troubleshooting steps listed in the chart below to fix the Kenmore model 796. washer problem or find out which part failed.
| Code | Meaning | Possible Cause | Possible Parts |
| IE | Inlet water supply error | The initial expected water level isn't reached in 8 minutes or the final pre-set water level isn't reached in 25 minutes. Make sure that water supply faucets for the washer are open. Check the inlet water valves. If the valves are defective, replace the inlet water valve assembly. If the water valves are okay, replace the main electronic control board | Inlet water valve assembly, Main electronic control board |
| UE | Unbalanced load | Make sure the washer is properly levelled. If the load is too small, it cannot be balanced. Add a towel or two (or more garments) to the load. Check the load to see if it's tangled. Heavy items mixed with light ones may not be able to be balanced properly. Adjust the load | |
| OE | Drains slowly | Check the washer drain for a clog. Check the drain hose for a kink or restriction. Unplug the washer and check the wire harness connection between the electronic control board and the drain pump. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the drain pump doesn't run when activated, replace it | Drain pump, wire harness |
| FE | Water overflow error | The drain pump runs constantly when the FE error code is displayed. Check the inlet water valves to see if they shut off the water supply properly after the washer is filled. If the inlet water valves are defective, replace the inlet water valve assembly | Inlet water valve assembly |
| PE | Water level sensor failure | Unplug the washer and check the wire harness connections between the water level sensor and the electronic control board. Reconnect any loose wires or replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire connections are okay, replace the water level sensor | Water level sensor, wire harness |
| dE | Door is open error | Unplug the washer. Check the door for an obstruction. If the door is damaged, replace any defective parts. If the door is closing properly, check the door lock/switch assembly wiring. If the wiring connections are okay, then you will usually need to replace the door lock/switch assembly | Door lock/switch assembly, Washer door components |
| tE or TE | Heating sensor error | Unplug the washer. Check the wiring connections on the drum thermistor (temperature sensor). Measure the resistance using a volt/ohm meter. It should measure around 40K ohms (40,000 ohms) at 85 degrees F. If the thermistor is defective, replace it. Check the heating element for damage. If the heating element is defective, replace it | Drum Thermistor, Heating element |
| LE | Locked drive motor error | Check the wire harness connections on the motor and the hall sensor (tachometer). Repair any wiring failures. If the wiring connections are okay, then check for damaged motor components. Replace any damaged motor components. If there are no problems found with the motor, then the hall sensor may need to be replaced | Drive motor components, Hall Sensor |
| EE | EEPROM error on main electronic control board | The EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) on the control board is corrupted. Try to clear the code by unplugging the washer for 5 minutes. Restore power and see if the code clears. If not, then replace the main control board | Main electronic control board |
| PF | Power Failure | A power failure occurred during the cycle. The cycle may not have completed properly. Start a new cycle | |
| CL | Child Lock is on | The Child Lock control panel feature is enabled. The control won't accept selections while the Child Lock is on. To disable the Child Lock, press and hold the Child Lock button for 5 seconds |
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