What does F01 code mean? - Kenmore Elite HE4 Electric Dryer

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F01 is a very straight forward error and it means that your dryer has detected a short in the main relay power control board mounted to the left side wall under the top panel of the dryer.
Oct 19, 2018

Our Maytag 5000 series dryer is showing an F01 error code.

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F01 - Error Code - Dryer

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Dec 14, 2019 - Possible Solutions. Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for one (1) minute. Power unit up by turning on the circuit .

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F01 means that the main relay control board inside your control panel has failed and your control board would need to be replaced to fix the issue.
Apr. 18, 2014

Maytag Bravos Dryer has F01 diagnostic code flashing and ...

The F01 indicates a failed electronic machine control board. This error code can sometimes be caused by a glitch or power surge through the electrical lines. You may be able to clear this code by unplugging the washer for 5 minutes

The F01 error code usually means the main electronic control board has failed and will need to be replaced. Sometimes it can be just the thermal fuse causing the error but in most cases it's going to be the control board. If you need more help you can visit the link below and get troubleshooting advice.
Whirlpool Duet Dryer F01 Error

if you go to google and ask the question giving the brand and the model # along with the error code you will get a quick response.

F01 is a control unit failure does this come up when you push the start button or did you go into diagnostic to get this code I have seen it come up as a false code check the start button does it spring back like all the other buttons if so replace control if not the button is broke

The error code F01 means the main control is bad.

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It depends on the model. On Whirlpool built machines F01 is EEPROM error, pump drive error, or main relays error.

With Hotpoint F01 means defective triac or defective motor.