A plain-language snapshot of F1E1, 1-1 for Kenmore Dishwasher — confirm the model series before you act.
Written by
Lena Hart Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
Content statusVerified
Error codeF1E1, 1-1
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
F1E1 (1-1) on Kenmore HE, Global HE and MicroClean HE dishwashers points to a stuck relay on the electronic control board. The manual starts with a power reset.
Model compatibility
Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so F1E1, 1-1 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What thiscode means
A stuck relay on the electronic control board.
F1E1 is also written 1-1. On Kenmore HE, Kenmore Global HE and Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwashers it means a stuck relay on the electronic control board.
Reading the flashing light
On the Global HE and MicroClean HE models the light flashes the first number of the code, pauses for 2 seconds and then flashes the second number. After a 5-second pause the pattern repeats. The control console does not respond while an error code is flashing.
Steps from the manual
Shut off power to the dishwasher for 5 minutes, then restore it. If the code comes back, the wiring connected to the control board is checked for damage, and any broken wires are repaired. The rest is technician work: measuring the resistance through every component connected to the control board with the tech sheet as a guide, replacing any defective component and, if the wiring and components are fine, replacing the electronic control board. The tech sheet is behind the bottom front toe panel of the dishwasher.
A general dishwasher help page, which names no models, lists F1E1 as a possible control module fault. It says to cut power for 30 seconds and restore it, and to schedule service if the code returns.
Related codes
F1E2 points to damaged control board memory or incompatible software.
If F1E1 returns after a power reset, call (310) 554-8899 and ask about Kenmore dishwasher repair in Los Angeles. Have the code, the full model number and a note of how long power was off.
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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