The drain hose is improperly installed, extended too far into the standpipe, or blocked. The manual's first action is: “Check drain hose for proper installation.”
- Model
- Maytag 8TMHW6630HW
- Display shows
- F09
- Type
- Error code
- Source
- Manual p. 43
What F09 means
Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 4½" (114 mm). p. 43
Common causes
- Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 4½" (114 mm). p. 43
- Make sure the drain hose is not kinked, pinched, or blocked. p. 43
- Use drain hose form and securely attach to drainpipe or tub. p. 43
- Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. p. 43
What to do
- Check drain hose for proper installation. p. 43
- Remove any clogs from drain hose. p. 43
- Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. p. 43
- Use only HE detergent. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load size and soil level. p. 43
If F09 is still not resolved
The manual gives no further instruction for this code. Open the code table in the PDF or contact Maytag service.
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