# Whirlpool bottom-freezer refrigerators error codes | Costolio

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Updated: 2026-11-02

# Whirlpool bottom-freezer refrigerators error codes

2 refrigerator error codes for Whirlpool bottom-freezer refrigerators, what each one means and what to try, paraphrased from Whirlpool's own sources. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your own manual.

## All codes

- [F# E# (flashing F)](https://costolio.com#f-e-flashing-f) The letter F is flashing on the refrigerator display.
- [FE E3](https://costolio.com#fe-e3) Water supply problem.

## F# E# (flashing F)

What it means: The letter F is flashing on the refrigerator display. This one often needs a licensed technician.

### What to try

- Turn off the circuit breaker(s) or unplug the refrigerator for one minute, then restore power.
- Make sure the cooling function is turned on.
- Monitor for one minute to make sure the error code does not display again; if the problem persists, schedule service.

Source: [F1 E1 error code, bottom-freezer refrigerator (Whirlpool Product Help)](https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Usage_and_Idicator_Lights/Error_Codes/F/F1_E1_Error_Code_-_Refrigerator) (checked 2026-11-02)

## FE E3

What it means: Water supply problem. You can usually fix this yourself.

### What to try

- Make sure the water supply is turned on and open.
- Check the water line for kinks.

Source: [FE E3 error code, bottom-freezer refrigerator (Whirlpool Product Help)](https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Usage_and_Idicator_Lights/Error_Codes/FE_Error_Codes/FE_E3_Error_Code_-_Refrigerator) (checked 2026-11-02)

### Sources

- [F1 E1 error code, bottom-freezer refrigerator (Whirlpool Product Help)](https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Usage_and_Idicator_Lights/Error_Codes/F/F1_E1_Error_Code_-_Refrigerator) (checked 2026-11-02)
- [FE E3 error code, bottom-freezer refrigerator (Whirlpool Product Help)](https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Usage_and_Idicator_Lights/Error_Codes/FE_Error_Codes/FE_E3_Error_Code_-_Refrigerator) (checked 2026-11-02)

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