F22 appears when the power board can no longer communicate properly with the motor. It’s often a simple connection issue rather than a motor failure.
Brand: Whirlpool
Whirlpool Washer Error Code F22 (Motor Communication Error)
F22 means the control board lost communication with the motor, usually a loose or corroded connector rather than a motor failure.
Meaning
Possible causes
No cause is certain until it has been checked on the appliance.
- Likely Connector between board and motor unplugged or corroded
- Possible Damaged wiring between board and motor
- Rare Failed control board or motor
First checks
- Unplug the washer for 10 minutes, then plug it back in to reset the electronics.
- Check all connectors between the power board and the motor.
- Inspect the wiring for a cut or bare wire.
What not to do
- Removing the control board before checking the connectors first.
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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