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Maytag · Washing machine

drn

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error code

Maytag drn means the washer is not draining properly.

Display form
drn
Lookup normalization
DRN
Alternate forms
None retained in the official record

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Official meaning, scoped to this source

Maytag drn means the washer is not draining properly.

Manufacturer
Maytag
Document
Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers · Official error-code index
Product family
top-load high-efficiency washers
Market and locale
US · en-US

This is an official-source interpretation for the stated scope, not a confirmed diagnosis. Meaning can change across brands, models, product families, and markets.

Market, product family, and model applicability

US · en-US · Maytag top-load HE washers covered by the cited official US Product Help table

Exact model applicability has not been verified.

This release retains family or source-index scope only. Do not infer that an arbitrary model uses this code; confirm it in the exact manufacturer manual.

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Safe external checks

Check only that the accessible drain hose is not kinked or improperly positioned.

  1. Check only that the accessible drain hose is not kinked or improperly positioned.

Safe checks and when to request service

Contact Maytag if drn remains after the supported action.

  • Contact Maytag if drn remains after the supported action.

Separate hazard signs such as smoke, flooding, sparks, or a burning smell require the manufacturer's safety instructions.

Do not do

Do not open the washer cabinet, access the pump, test wiring, or disassemble water connections.

Limit checks to controls, the accessible lid, load, faucets, and exterior hoses.

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Warranty coverage depends on the country, model, purchase date, and manufacturer terms. Have the model and serial number available, open the manufacturer's official support or warranty page, and ask whether the service route is authorized before paying for work.

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If the message returns

Contact Maytag if drn remains.

Source and scope

Official source verified at release
Market and locale
US · en-US
Product family
top-load high-efficiency washers
Content and safety verified on
July 26, 2026
Source updated by manufacturer
Not supplied in the official record

Maytag

Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers · Official error-code index

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Verification and review status

  • Content meaning and safety verifiedJuly 26, 2026
  • Source reachability statusOfficial source verified at release
  • Automated evidence review completedPassed · July 26, 2026
  • Automated safety rules checkPassed for this published safety boundary
  • Human technical reviewPending — no human completion is claimed
  • Publication gateAutomated publication checks passed · July 26, 2026
  • Official-source conflictNo unresolved conflict admitted to this public release

Automated checks and release approval are not a substitute for a qualified service professional or the exact manufacturer manual.

Evidence used for this guidance

  • drn table row

    Source-backed summary

    drn: the washer is not draining properly; Check only that the accessible drain hose is not kinked or improperly positioned.

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