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Kenmore Dishwasher F9E3 Error Code

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code F9E3 (9-3) on Dishwasher — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of F9E3 (9-3) for Kenmore Dishwasher — confirm the model series before you act.

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Error code F9E3 (9-3)
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

F9E3 (9-3) on a Kenmore Global HE or MicroClean HE dishwasher: the diverter disc is missing.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so F9E3 (9-3) 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 this code means

F9E3 means the diverter disc is missing.

F9E3 (9-3) reads diverter disc is missing. The code is listed for the Kenmore Global HE and the Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwashers only.

Inspection in the manual

  1. Remove the dishracks and the lower spray arm.
  2. Pull out the TurboZone manifold and the feed tube.
  3. Remove the pump outlet and check the diverter disc.
  4. If the disc is broken or missing, replace it.

Related codes

  • F9E1: diverter disc position
  • F9E2: diverter motor stuck on
  • F9E4: lower spray arm

Kenmore dishwasher service in Los Angeles

Kenmore dishwasher service in Los Angeles starts with a call to (310) 554-8899. Have the code, the model number and a note of what you already tried ready when you phone. More about the visit is on the Kenmore dishwasher service page.

Source: Kenmore Global HE dishwasher error codes; Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwasher error codes

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

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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