F15 appears when the electronics lose track of the drum’s position. Without that reference, the washer can’t time the wash and spin phases correctly.
Brand: Whirlpool
Whirlpool Washer Error Code F15 (Drum Position Sensor)
F15 means the control board lost track of drum position, usually a loose sensor connector rather than a mechanical failure.
Meaning
Possible causes
No cause is certain until it has been checked on the appliance.
- Likely Position sensor connector corroded or unplugged
- Possible Position sensor out of alignment or dirty
- Rare Failed control board
First checks
- Unplug the washer and locate the position sensor on the drum or motor.
- Clean and check the connector.
- Turn the drum by hand to visually check alignment.
What not to do
- Disassembling the drum before ruling out simple electrical causes.
An error code varies by brand
The same code can have a different meaning depending on the brand and model. Always check your appliance's manual before acting.
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