rL, F34
The "rL" or "F34" error code on a Maytag washing machine specifically occurs during the Clean Washer cycle. It signals that the washer detected items within the drum, preventing the cycle from proceeding.
What it means:
- You attempted to run the Clean Washer cycle with clothes or other items still inside the drum.
- This cycle is designed to clean and sanitize the washer itself, and requires an empty drum for proper operation.
Possible causes:
- You forgot to remove clothes or other items from the drum before starting the Clean Washer cycle.
- Small items like socks or coins may have slipped through the holes in the basket and gotten stuck inside the drum.
How to fix it:
- Remove the items:
- Open the washer door and carefully remove all clothing and other objects from the drum.
- Check the drain filter at the bottom of the washer for any trapped items as well.
- Restart the cycle:
- Once the drum is empty, close the door and restart the Clean Washer cycle.
- Reset the washer (optional):
- In some cases, simply unplugging the washer for a minute and then plugging it back in might clear the error code.
Additional things to remember:
- Ensure you always read the instructions before running the Clean Washer cycle to confirm specific requirements for your model.
- This error code doesn't indicate any other malfunction with your washer.
- If the error code persists even after removing all items and restarting the cycle, consult your Maytag washing machine's user manual for further troubleshooting or contact Maytag customer support for assistance.
I hope this clarifies the meaning and troubleshooting steps for the "rL" or "F34" error code on your Maytag washing machine!