KitchenAid · Dishwasher
F9E1
Professional service recommendederror code
KitchenAid F9E1 means the dishwasher is taking too long to drain or is not draining.
Market, product family, and model applicability
US · en-US · KitchenAid dishwashers covered by the official Product Help table covered by the cited official US support page
product family applicable: The official source applies at the product-family level. Exact controls can still vary by model.
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Clean the removable filter and inspect the accessible drain hose, disposer connection, and air gap for obstruction.
- Clean the removable filter and inspect the accessible drain hose, disposer connection, and air gap for obstruction.
Stop and get service when
Contact KitchenAid service if F9E1 persists after the documented checks.
- Contact KitchenAid service if F9E1 persists.
Do not do
Do not open the pump or internal wiring.
Limit checks to normal removable or accessible drain components.
If the message returns
If F9E1 persists, contact KitchenAid service.
Source and scope
Official manufacturer source- Market and locale
- US · en-US
- Product family
- dishwashers covered by the official Product Help table
- Official source last checked
- July 25, 2026
- Review status
- Automated evidence review completed · Owner-delegated approval
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