I know this is an old video but I'm so grateful for you! My washer died completely and thought I'd have to spend a lot of money or just buy a new washer. I turned to UA-cam and there you were. Whew! Now, none of our contacts were corroded but we followed your instructions and cleaned them anyway and it worked 😄 thank you so much!!
You are a true American hero. Corporations seek to screw the little guy, but you saved me from buying a new washer or paying hundreds in repair fees. This year has been rough. I lost my girlfriend, I watched a lot of people die from Covid-19 at my job. My tire blew out yesterday and I had to replace all four. Today my washer gave me the e2f6 error code and I thought "God hates me. Now I have to buy a new washer." Then I found your video and I followed your steps. Now I have clean clothes. The little things keep me going. May God bless you and your loved ones!
Sir, I can't thank you enough for this video. My wife and I were on the way to buy a new one @ $700 or so, when I wanted to try one more thing. That was to watch a video on these models. One wipe of the board with alcohol and back to new. OMG. Thanks again!!!
Thank you so much you saved me $745.on repairs or go by a new one an my united is only 3yrs old. An I use it only once a week.i live along. Did just as you did. Cleaned the board.cleared the codes. Put all back together an tap the start bottom an I was up an running. I put the 419D coating on it from Amazon. It costs me nothing because I had Amazon points to cover the 419D coating. A tec call out would have cost me 150.00 then add the parts taxes it would have been around $750. OR more. It cost me nothing .thank you so much an I saved it from going into the landfill. An so many peeps get taken for something so easy you can do this.watch this volg an share it. Thank you.
Sir, I have 5 children which amounts to LOTS of laundry! We have been struggling in general lately and having my washer quit on me just pushed me over the edge and into tears. Your video helped me to help myself! I am not mechanically inclined and have a lot of hand shakiness and your instructions and demonstration of everything helped me to overcome all of that!! You keep it simple, honest, and concise. God bless you and thank you so much-- you not only helped me fix my washing machine and save money that I didn't have to begin with, you helped me feel comfortable and confident enough to take on the repair!!! My 15 year old daughter helped me and she said that you rock and how awesome it is that you shared your knowledge!!! Again, thank you!!!!!!
If you were in front of me I'd give you a hug! As a dad of 3 little ones, this machine is a necessity more than a luxury and not having to spend money replacing it has made my Day!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!
I can't tell you how many times I've watched this to fix my washer. This has saved me so much money. First time it happened called a repairman, charged me 70$ and was gone in 10 minutes. Never said anything about the fix. Next time it happened I turned to good Ole You Tube. Buying the Acrylic this time though
Thank you so much for this video! My Maytag was giving me this error and your extremely well made video and clear instructions got it working again. Praise God!
Spent 45 minutes waiting to schedule an appointment with Maytag. I ended up being hung up on, 😢.. Even went online to see there were no appointments for 28 days. That was a blessing in disguise. I watched your video, followed the instructions and now I am washing a load of laundry. Thank you so very much. I work in a hospital and I have to wash my scrubs daily. You have saved me time and money and I appreciate that, thank you.
The best vlog ever, follow the vlog I fixed “start “ issue over an year ago , and fixed not “turn on” issue today, saved me a lot of time, money and headaches. Can’t thank you enough.
Just like many of the comments before me, this video saved quite a bit of money and aggravation. This is clearly a defect that I hope Maytag fixes on future machines. This fix literally took 15 minutes. Cleaned connectors as instructed. Machine works like new. Thanks so much for posting this video.
Change the name of this video to “The video appliance repairman doesn’t want you to see”. I had this issue today and fixed it in 20 mins. Thanks so much for this video.
Thank you so much! I called an appliance repair person and he had no idea how to fix it. I asked him If I can try to clean it while he had it open and it worked! Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for this video. I unplugged for 5 minutes as suggested in other videos. When I plugged back in it still had the error codes blinking but I followed your steps to reset and now it's working fine. If I get the codes again I'll take apart as in your video and clean and coat the contacts. Have a wonderful day.
Worked like a boss. Your instructions were great. A drill, scraper, two Q tips,some rubbing alcohol and about 15 minutes and I saved my “broken” washer. Thanks so much sir!!!
Sir thank you for posting this. Machine quit this afternoon. Would not come on. Dead. Watched your video did exactly what you did, WORKS PERFECT NOW.. You saved me hundreds in repair man coming , or me hauling it to him. Your helping people. God bless
Our Maytag Bravos XL MCT is only three years old. We were very upset to learn how much repairs would cost. With your instructional video, my husband fixed our washer in less than 30 minutes! Thank you and merry Christmas!
My washer in particular wasn't getting an error code at all. I would turn it on and it just wouldn't let me do anything else. No cycle selection, no start, just power on, and power off. I recently had to go back in for a cleaning because the start button was acting funny again and couldn't remember how to get the top off the washer. And let me say I'm glad I found this video. Your solution to prevent having to do this again was a god send. I was using electrical tape to cover the opening, but it wasn't foolproof forever obviously. I applied that coating (but still put the tape back over the opening for the wire and the connector) and this thing is running as good as new! Thanks!
Our just suddenly lost all power, after running fine the day before. I followed your directions and the machine is running a load as I write this. You saved this retired couple and a USAF veteran a lot of money! Huge, huge thanks!
Thank you so much!!! I just bought all new kitchen appliances yesterday for a remodel and today my washer came up with the F6 E2 error message. Looked it up and it looks like the repair was going to cost a fortune. Started looking on line for a new washer. Then I found this video and it worked great. Thanks a million for posting.
I just wanted to say thank you for your video. I'm recently widowed and things seems to need repair left and right. I followed your tutorial, took my machine apart myself and while it didn't look particularly corroded....cleaned it with the alcohol. Turned it back on and the error was gone! Thank you, thank you! Saved me money and gave me some self confidence too.
Thank you very much for your video. Had a repairman come and look at my machine and he wanted to take it to his shop. He said he suspected it was the sensor but he could better diagnose it in his shop. It made me think he did not want me to see him doing what you showed in your video because how could he then justify his $150 estimate! You saved me a hefty bill.
You've probably been told this 350+ times, but my goodness thank you! I just got finished putting it back together and clearing the codes... I can't thank you enough!!
Thank you so much! Have had our machine since 2018. This has happened twice. The first time was this past July, and we were leaving for a week vacation the next day. we called the repair man and when he got there, he looked at the error code and said “it’s dead”. He said with the amount it would cost to fix it we should just get a new one. Luckily he didn’t charge us a service fee. He said “I was never here” and left. We immediately ordered the new one and scheduled it to arrive the day after we returned from vacation. When we got home from vacation, I accidentally hit the poser button when moving the machine and it came on. We canceled the new order and it’s been working fine for 2 months now. Tonight it happened again mid-cycle. Just stopped and showed the code. I followed this video and I currently have a load of clothes in the wash now! THANK YOU AGAIN!
UNBELIEVABLE - Within 30 min.'s of a tech, that was here for 5 min.'s getting the code and giving an estimate of $500.00 to replace the user interface, I used this video and had it fixed. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!! From reading the comments below, you have saved a multitude of people a LOT of money. You have no idea what this does for this family and others - thank you again sir.
I just wanted to say a Big Thank you to you for posting this video. My Maytag is only 4 yrs old so I was so upset when my daughter told me that it wouldn't turn on. A quick Google search and I came across your video & one other one that explains this problem & how to fix it. I sent them to my son & he was able to fix the problem quickly because of your detailed video. Thank you, Thank you for sharing your knowledge & skills! You saved me a lot of money!
Wow, that was an amazing video. Here, I was freaking out that my washing was broken and potentially having to buy a new one. Watched your video and took me 20 minutes start to finish to fix. Thanks a ton.
This video saved me hundreds! I have Kenmore version (HE series 600) machine and had zero function, no error codes, just nothing. After watching several other UA-cam videos, I was about to order a new control panel at 300$. Thank God I found your video. Fix worked perfectly.
Once again UA-cam saves me hundreds of dollars. Thank you for taking the time to post this it worked perfectly for me. I’ve been waiting a month for my extended warranty to fix this but the “part needed” was on back order……decided to try it myself and found your video. Bravo!
This video right here saved me a ton of time and money!!! When I pulled the cover apart I noticed the dark spots on the 4 contacts (see the video) and was already thing that this couldn't be good. The 4 smaller contacts were pretty much corroded together. His instruction on how to clean the 6 copper contacts was spot on. I had to use a piece of hard plastic to get a lot of the corrosion off and used rubbing alcohol to clean all of it off the board.
Great video. This worked perfectly for me. Went from the washer not even powering on to back working like new in just a few minutes. Thanks! Saved me a couple hundred dollars in parts.
My washer went out just ran out of the warranty. I didn’t want to buy another washer. I was so upset this happened. The washer I got rid of to buy this one was 15yrs old. So I went to you tube yours was the first to come up. I was shocked when I seen same model same error codes. Needless to say it worked. I nvr used the clear code sequence it seemed it being unplugged they reset themselves. It’s been 2wks now. I’m a happy man and like the rest of the comments I read THANK YOU.
Thank you so much. The Best Buy service desk told me $250 for the part alone, not even counting the service costs. Your solution took me 20 minutes and cost nothing.
Got the F6E2 code Did the tests on the manual that said replace panel. Ordered the panel 2 days ago and laundry was adding up. Your video popped up in my feed and i figured it was already broken so what the harm in trying.... 100% worked and super mad that I didn't come across your video sooner. I have been repairing electronics for 15 years and when i saw the corrosion I honestly didn't even think twice, I figured water damage and its done. Amazing find I wish i could up vote you to the top of the list so anyone that googled F6E2/3 would see your video first!
Just another person saying this did the trick and we so thankful! Took me all of 3 minutes and I’m certainly not handy. Did it AFTER the repair company looked at it and said exactly what you said they would about a new motherboard. Only think I wish I did differently was try this BEFORE the $100 service call
You sir are a God!!! Lowes replaced the board 3 times within a month!! And finally gave us a new machine and left the used one for scrap. Both boards had so bad of corrosion that the 2nd bar was touching the 3rd one!! Working wonderful now and I have a spare board for the future..😃👍 Thank you soooo much!
Mister Cobb, I LOVE YOU!!! I did what you said... all by myself, and I feel like the QUEEN OF THE NIGHT!! Thank you for sharing your precious infos!! Keep on doing what you are doing cause you are making people verrry happy... i e .. me right now!!
Thanks sir! You saved me from buying a new washer. Code was blinking, unplugged and nothing. Watched your video and when the repair guy said its shot, I told him about your video. He said it's worth a try. He cleaned with eraser and worked perfectly!! Thanks Sir! PS I have a Kenmore series 700.
This video is spot on. The first two or three videos on these error codes that I saw here on YT showed how to remove the control panel (there's another method that may be less prone to scratching paint than using the spreader to pry), but then basically said you get a new panel, connect it, and you're done. No exploration of why the panel may be bad, just "buy the part and put it in." I happened to see another video yesterday from a guy who seemingly stumbled over the fix (or maybe he was playing innocent and had actually seen this video) and, following the instructions of cleaning those contacts, I was able to fix the washer. This video confirmed and expanded on what the other guy was saying. It also covers what to put on those pieces to prevent reoccurrence of the problem. In my case I was able to use a Q-tip taped to a pencil and then some more aggressive means (e.g. a bit of sandpaper taped to a pencil) to access the little copper bars and clear them off from the back without removing the panel. As this video shows, there are other exposed parts, too, in that same area. So I may be getting back in there before too long. But now I have an understanding of what the problem is and how to fix it. Thank you Josh for the generous donation of your time and expertise to help save us from big repair bills and help save the landfills from equipment that still has many years of service left in it.
Holy Sheeeet. I followed your directions and cleaned up those contacts and now the machines came right back up. Thanks so much man. You saved me hundreds.
I was skeptical about this solution to the problem, but I had nothing to lose trying. I am glad I did, to my amazement it actually worked. I did not have the kind of corrosion described by Josh. It was hardly visible, but still, there was some present. After scrubbing it down with alchohol-soaked Q-Tips, it worked! Josh, thanks for saving me time, money, and hassle.
Wtf!!! That worked. I have had maytag come an replace this mother board unit 6 times...AND this wonderful gentleman just showed how to fix this easily!!! Thank you soooooo much!!!
Our problem exactly…..watched your video and went step by step with you. Going to call Maytag back and cancel our repair service call for this week. Cleaned the contacts and we are up and running. Ran to the Dollar General for clear fingernail polish & Alcohol. Cost us $2.85. Thank you for saving us a lot of $$$$$ at Christmas time. You are the best!! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
So after spending $80 on a repairman who said I needed a new $280 panel. I tried this and BAM!! washers working with no problem. So grateful people like you exist and put this info out there for us!! Thank you SO much!!!
Josh, you are all that and a bag of chips. Life has been coming at us hard, and you helped me believe in the kindness of others. You are an angel to those of us who do not have the $$$ to fix things. We performed your fix, step by step, and now my washer is working! Bless you for your help. After Hurricane Ian, we needed a break. 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋
I can't thank you enough. We are up and running. You were right that the hardest part was releasing the top clips, and I wound up cracking the cover. No big deal, just cosmetic. I really appreciate the guidance. Alan
Like so many on here I was sure that my 2.5 year old washer was headed for replacement of the control board a second time. Your repair was straight forward and perfect for resolving my issue. Thanks for your help in providing this video!!
Omg you made it look so easy.. you saved me a lot of money cause what you showed me actually worked! You are amazing at what you do.From the bottom of my heart thank you.
Thank you so much! This worked exactly as you said! Was told to replace board was $412 with $125 labor, $88 service charge AND A TRIP CHARGE. God bless you!
I had previously replaced the control board based on an older You Tube Video and that board only lasted 14 months before I ran into the F6 E2 issue. Found this video which shows a better way to take the panel off as well as identifying what the issue REALLY is with this code. Thank you so much OP !!! I was a few clicks away from buying a new control board YET AGAIN. You save me!!
Thank you very much for the tip on how to clean and clear the codes! I’m a 58yr woman and greatly appreciated the tips! Washer is running great! Works for Kenmore series 600! Thanks again!
Thanks for saving me $, this machine broke under the warranty period, I asked the repairman for the old circuit board and I repaired it as per your instructions, now I have a spare. P.S., clear nail polish would be just fine
Hi! Appreciate your expert advice regarding this repair. It worked for my Maytag, probably saving me hundreds of dollars, if we needed to schedule a service call. Took a couple of attempts to get the panel released and overall, about 2-hours of my time. But definitely saved time and money!!!
Thanks for this video. I was having this exact problem and was gonna just bite the bullet and buy a new one. 3 qtips later and a little alcohol and it has been running all day. 8 loads done. I’m gonna go get some clear coat or silicon grease and take it apart again to clean again and apply. Awesome video.
Thankful for you! This worked like a charm. Our machine is only 2 years old, and we had no sign of power (no error messages). After checking outlet and breaker issues, I found your video. In less than 15 mins, we are back up and running! I was able to clean this area without having to lift the top off. My husband was uncertain, but my little hands could reach in the space with the q-tip and alcohol to clean the copper pieces fine. Just a thought if folks want to try that before removing the top piece. Appreciate you!
Unreal, used your video to repair my washer. The contacts did not have a speck of dirt or corrosion on it, I still wiped them off with alcohol- as suggested, and it fixed it. thank you so much for saving us $$$.
Worked on my MVWB766FW1. One of the little gold connectors was black with corrosion. It took a couple hours to clean off with rubbing alcohol then vinegar & baking soda, but it works now. THANK YOU JOSH!
I just watched another video where the guy said to just buy a new board after showing how he got the top off. So many comments raving about what great advice. Watched your video and fixed it myself and just ordered my conformal acrylic from Amazon (still $12). I fixed my fridge ice maker after a plastic part was worn down too instead of replacing the whole ice maker. These companies are designing these for planned obsolescence or part wear-out just to make money. Back in the day, washers, refrigerators, etc. lasted for years and years with no electronics. Less tech/lasts longer. How many use more than 2 settings on these machines?
Thank you so much this easy fixed saved me money. My husband and I were able to fix the issue within 30 minutes. Best part is that we didn’t even argue while fixing the problem
Saved the day! Thank you! Ours wasn't as corroded, but there were fine lines built up between the small copper contacts. Scrubbed them clean and painted with a bit of clear nail polish. Back to brand new!
Thanks alot very good video. I did exactly what u said after listening to entire video and my kenmore 700S series top load washer is working again. It was showing the f6 e2 code. Now I don't have to pay $90 just for diagnostic or plus parts & labor I'm very happy thank you very much and greatly appreciated. Turned into a $13 repair.
Thank you! Every other video suggested that I needed a whole new control board. This did the trick for free! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this
Our Bravos XL was putting those codes up as well. Your video seems to have saved us a ton of money by not having to buy a new washer! Thank you so much!
I can't thank you enough for this video. I currently have a load of laundry going thanks to you. I ended up sealing that area off with eva foam and silicone caulk because I was too nervous to use nail polish on the board. Seems like it should do a decent job keeping the moisture out.
Only thing missing on this video is your Venmo or Zelle or PayPal info where we can all send you money!!!!!!!!!! Amazing!! MAYTAG! I used to love you but you need to get your act together. Bought this washer two years ago and had the code pop up a year ago. I had the repairman come fix it just to make use of the warranty. But when the code popped up again today I went in search of a fix. This worked. Thank you so much.
Thank you SO much for making this video!! Repairman came out and said I needed a new board at over $200 so I tried this first and it worked perfectly!!! God bless you!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! It worked! Great directions! You saved my day & quite certainly all of humanity. Your service to others shall be rewarded at the gates of heaven!
Great tutorial! My dryer has been showing the F6 E3 error code for about a week. I wasn't able to get the breaker off the machine to clean the circuit connections but I just reached in through the back and swabbed it while it was still attached. My dryer turned back on almost immediately. I didn't even have to clear the code. Thank you so much! You're a life saver
You're the man! You just saved me from buying a brand new unit. My washer was actually branded as Kenmore Series 700 model # 110.28132410. Ironically the inside of the machine's control board and front panel looked 90% the same as what you show in the video. Our washer was working fine and then would not power on. I did the sequence of button presses on the control display and received the F6 E2 error code. I followed your instructions and also removed the panel and cleaned all the other visible electrical solder pads I could easily access. No idea why this works (as others have also commented) but the wife is happy and that's all the matters! Thanks again!!!
THANK YOU.!!!! WOO HOO you saved me a service call and who knows how much in parts....cause i know the guy would have told me i need the face plate or the control unit. THANKS AGAIN !!!!
I wanna thank you for being such an amazing help! Fixed mine! Once I heard the tune play I was in awe. I thought I would’ve had to tell my dad that I broke it, and it would have pissed him off! Now I don’t have to😁 lol. You’re a God send! 🎉🎉🎉
Followed your instructions and IT WORKS!!!!. Although my little square computer chip was clean looking I wiped it with Alcohol and it's working. Thank You so much!
Josh, thanks so much for the video. I did not have any visible corrosion but cleaned with alcohol anyway. checked all the connections too. I was amazed when the thing started up after I put everything back together. Yes, the panel was a pain and got a crack or two but who cares. Thanks again!
Thanks for the tip. All other sites and videos regarding this error code suggested replacing the control panel or calling a service tech, you saved me hundreds $$$. Thank you
Thanks a million for this video. This actually happened on my dryer. The fix was the exact thing that the dryer needed. My dryer is back up and running. Thanks again to you.
I know this is an old video but I'm so grateful for you! My washer died completely and thought I'd have to spend a lot of money or just buy a new washer. I turned to UA-cam and there you were. Whew! Now, none of our contacts were corroded but we followed your instructions and cleaned them anyway and it worked 😄 thank you so much!!
You are a true American hero. Corporations seek to screw the little guy, but you saved me from buying a new washer or paying hundreds in repair fees. This year has been rough. I lost my girlfriend, I watched a lot of people die from Covid-19 at my job. My tire blew out yesterday and I had to replace all four. Today my washer gave me the e2f6 error code and I thought "God hates me. Now I have to buy a new washer." Then I found your video and I followed your steps. Now I have clean clothes. The little things keep me going. May God bless you and your loved ones!
God is good 👍🏻
Heck yeah brother!!
Sir, I can't thank you enough for this video. My wife and I were on the way to buy a new one @ $700 or so, when I wanted to try one more thing. That was to watch a video on these models. One wipe of the board with alcohol and back to new. OMG. Thanks again!!!
Awesome! Glad you guys saved money! Pay it forward and buy a veteran a cup of coffee 😉
Thank you so much you saved me $745.on repairs or go by a new one an my united is only 3yrs old. An I use it only once a week.i live along. Did just as you did. Cleaned the board.cleared the codes. Put all back together an tap the start bottom an I was up an running. I put the 419D coating on it from Amazon. It costs me nothing because I had Amazon points to cover the 419D coating. A tec call out would have cost me 150.00 then add the parts taxes it would have been around $750. OR more. It cost me nothing .thank you so much an I saved it from going into the landfill. An so many peeps get taken for something so easy you can do this.watch this volg an share it. Thank you.
Sir,
I have 5 children which amounts to LOTS of laundry! We have been struggling in general lately and having my washer quit on me just pushed me over the edge and into tears. Your video helped me to help myself! I am not mechanically inclined and have a lot of hand shakiness and your instructions and demonstration of everything helped me to overcome all of that!! You keep it simple, honest, and concise. God bless you and thank you so much-- you not only helped me fix my washing machine and save money that I didn't have to begin with, you helped me feel comfortable and confident enough to take on the repair!!! My 15 year old daughter helped me and she said that you rock and how awesome it is that you shared your knowledge!!! Again, thank you!!!!!!
So glad I could help!! 😊
That’s so nice you did it 👍🏻👏
If you were in front of me I'd give you a hug! As a dad of 3 little ones, this machine is a necessity more than a luxury and not having to spend money replacing it has made my Day!!!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!
Thanks! Glad I could help! I have 4 kids myself and that’s the reason I do it! 😊
Thank you for this video. This girl fixed her washer and didn't need to bother her husband with it. I appreciate the clear instruction and pro tips.
Hell yeah! You go girl!!!
I can't tell you how many times I've watched this to fix my washer. This has saved me so much money. First time it happened called a repairman, charged me 70$ and was gone in 10 minutes. Never said anything about the fix. Next time it happened I turned to good Ole You Tube. Buying the Acrylic this time though
You can use clean nail polish! Glad it helped!!
Thank you so much for this video! My Maytag was giving me this error and your extremely well made video and clear instructions got it working again. Praise God!
Glad it helped!
Spent 45 minutes waiting to schedule an appointment with Maytag. I ended up being hung up on, 😢.. Even went online to see there were no appointments for 28 days. That was a blessing in disguise. I watched your video, followed the instructions and now I am washing a load of laundry. Thank you so very much. I work in a hospital and I have to wash my scrubs daily. You have saved me time and money and I appreciate that, thank you.
You bet!! Glad it worked for you!
The best vlog ever, follow the vlog I fixed “start “ issue over an year ago , and fixed not “turn on” issue today, saved me a lot of time, money and headaches. Can’t thank you enough.
Just like many of the comments before me, this video saved quite a bit of money and aggravation. This is clearly a defect that I hope Maytag fixes on future machines. This fix literally took 15 minutes. Cleaned connectors as instructed. Machine works like new. Thanks so much for posting this video.
Change the name of this video to “The video appliance repairman doesn’t want you to see”. I had this issue today and fixed it in 20 mins. Thanks so much for this video.
That’s what I like to hear! Yes!!!
Thank you so much! I called an appliance repair person and he had no idea how to fix it. I asked him If I can try to clean it while he had it open and it worked! Thank you so much!
Awesome!!! Good job!!! 👍🏻
Thank you so much for this video. I unplugged for 5 minutes as suggested in other videos. When I plugged back in it still had the error codes blinking but I followed your steps to reset and now it's working fine. If I get the codes again I'll take apart as in your video and clean and coat the contacts. Have a wonderful day.
Worked like a boss. Your instructions were great. A drill, scraper, two Q tips,some rubbing alcohol and about 15 minutes and I saved my “broken” washer. Thanks so much sir!!!
Sir thank you for posting this. Machine quit this afternoon. Would not come on. Dead. Watched your video did exactly what you did, WORKS PERFECT NOW.. You saved me hundreds in repair man coming , or me hauling it to him. Your helping people. God bless
Our Maytag Bravos XL MCT is only three years old. We were very upset to learn how much repairs would cost. With your instructional video, my husband fixed our washer in less than 30 minutes! Thank you and merry Christmas!
My washer in particular wasn't getting an error code at all. I would turn it on and it just wouldn't let me do anything else. No cycle selection, no start, just power on, and power off. I recently had to go back in for a cleaning because the start button was acting funny again and couldn't remember how to get the top off the washer. And let me say I'm glad I found this video. Your solution to prevent having to do this again was a god send. I was using electrical tape to cover the opening, but it wasn't foolproof forever obviously. I applied that coating (but still put the tape back over the opening for the wire and the connector) and this thing is running as good as new! Thanks!
Our just suddenly lost all power, after running fine the day before. I followed your directions and the machine is running a load as I write this. You saved this retired couple and a USAF veteran a lot of money! Huge, huge thanks!
Honored to be of help! Thanks for your service!
Thank you so much!!! I just bought all new kitchen appliances yesterday for a remodel and today my washer came up with the F6 E2 error message. Looked it up and it looks like the repair was going to cost a fortune. Started looking on line for a new washer. Then I found this video and it worked great. Thanks a million for posting.
I just wanted to say thank you for your video. I'm recently widowed and things seems to need repair left and right. I followed your tutorial, took my machine apart myself and while it didn't look particularly corroded....cleaned it with the alcohol. Turned it back on and the error was gone! Thank you, thank you! Saved me money and gave me some self confidence too.
Great! Good job! 🙂
Thank you very much for your video. Had a repairman come and look at my machine and he wanted to take it to his shop. He said he suspected it was the sensor but he could better diagnose it in his shop. It made me think he did not want me to see him doing what you showed in your video because how could he then justify his $150 estimate! You saved me a hefty bill.
Glad I could help!!
You've probably been told this 350+ times, but my goodness thank you! I just got finished putting it back together and clearing the codes... I can't thank you enough!!
It warms the heart to know I’ve saved upwards of 150K on repair costs 😊😊😊
Thank you so much! Have had our machine since 2018. This has happened twice. The first time was this past July, and we were leaving for a week vacation the next day. we called the repair man and when he got there, he looked at the error code and said “it’s dead”. He said with the amount it would cost to fix it we should just get a new one. Luckily he didn’t charge us a service fee. He said “I was never here” and left. We immediately ordered the new one and scheduled it to arrive the day after we returned from vacation. When we got home from vacation, I accidentally hit the poser button when moving the machine and it came on. We canceled the new order and it’s been working fine for 2 months now. Tonight it happened again mid-cycle. Just stopped and showed the code. I followed this video and I currently have a load of clothes in the wash now! THANK YOU AGAIN!
Awesome!
UNBELIEVABLE - Within 30 min.'s of a tech, that was here for 5 min.'s getting the code and giving an estimate of $500.00 to replace the user interface, I used this video and had it fixed. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!! From reading the comments below, you have saved a multitude of people a LOT of money. You have no idea what this does for this family and others - thank you again sir.
Not all heros wear capes....Is what I tell my kids 😂
I just wanted to say a Big Thank you to you for posting this video. My Maytag is only 4 yrs old so I was so upset when my daughter told me that it wouldn't turn on. A quick Google search and I came across your video & one other one that explains this problem & how to fix it. I sent them to my son & he was able to fix the problem quickly because of your detailed video. Thank you, Thank you for sharing your knowledge & skills! You saved me a lot of money!
Glad it helped!
Wow, that was an amazing video. Here, I was freaking out that my washing was broken and potentially having to buy a new one. Watched your video and took me 20 minutes start to finish to fix. Thanks a ton.
This video saved me hundreds! I have Kenmore version (HE series 600) machine and had zero function, no error codes, just nothing. After watching several other UA-cam videos, I was about to order a new control panel at 300$. Thank God I found your video. Fix worked perfectly.
Yay!!! Glad it helped!
Once again UA-cam saves me hundreds of dollars. Thank you for taking the time to post this it worked perfectly for me. I’ve been waiting a month for my extended warranty to fix this but the “part needed” was on back order……decided to try it myself and found your video. Bravo!
This video right here saved me a ton of time and money!!! When I pulled the cover apart I noticed the dark spots on the 4 contacts (see the video) and was already thing that this couldn't be good. The 4 smaller contacts were pretty much corroded together. His instruction on how to clean the 6 copper contacts was spot on. I had to use a piece of hard plastic to get a lot of the corrosion off and used rubbing alcohol to clean all of it off the board.
Awesome!!
Great video. This worked perfectly for me. Went from the washer not even powering on to back working like new in just a few minutes. Thanks! Saved me a couple hundred dollars in parts.
My washer went out just ran out of the warranty. I didn’t want to buy another washer. I was so upset this happened. The washer I got rid of to buy this one was 15yrs old.
So I went to you tube yours was the first to come up. I was shocked when I seen same model same error codes.
Needless to say it worked. I nvr used the clear code sequence it seemed it being unplugged they reset themselves. It’s been 2wks now. I’m a happy man and like the rest of the comments I read THANK YOU.
I'm so glad it worked for you!! Great news!!
Thank you so much. The Best Buy service desk told me $250 for the part alone, not even counting the service costs. Your solution took me 20 minutes and cost nothing.
Yay! Awesome glad I could help! 😊😊😊
Got the F6E2 code Did the tests on the manual that said replace panel. Ordered the panel 2 days ago and laundry was adding up. Your video popped up in my feed and i figured it was already broken so what the harm in trying.... 100% worked and super mad that I didn't come across your video sooner. I have been repairing electronics for 15 years and when i saw the corrosion I honestly didn't even think twice, I figured water damage and its done. Amazing find I wish i could up vote you to the top of the list so anyone that googled F6E2/3 would see your video first!
Thanks! Glad it worked and hope your new motherboard has a return policy 😉
Just another person saying this did the trick and we so thankful! Took me all of 3 minutes and I’m certainly not handy. Did it AFTER the repair company looked at it and said exactly what you said they would about a new motherboard. Only think I wish I did differently was try this BEFORE the $100 service call
You sir are a God!!! Lowes replaced the board 3 times within a month!! And finally gave us a new machine and left the used one for scrap. Both boards had so bad of corrosion that the 2nd bar was touching the 3rd one!! Working wonderful now and I have a spare board for the future..😃👍
Thank you soooo much!
Mister Cobb, I LOVE YOU!!! I did what you said... all by myself, and I feel like the QUEEN OF THE NIGHT!! Thank you for sharing your precious infos!! Keep on doing what you are doing cause you are making people verrry happy... i e .. me right now!!
I’m glad I could help! I’ll keep the videos coming! Thanks for watching! ☺️
Thanks sir! You saved me from buying a new washer. Code was blinking, unplugged and nothing. Watched your video and when the repair guy said its shot, I told him about your video. He said it's worth a try. He cleaned with eraser and worked perfectly!! Thanks Sir! PS I have a Kenmore series 700.
This video is spot on. The first two or three videos on these error codes that I saw here on YT showed how to remove the control panel (there's another method that may be less prone to scratching paint than using the spreader to pry), but then basically said you get a new panel, connect it, and you're done. No exploration of why the panel may be bad, just "buy the part and put it in."
I happened to see another video yesterday from a guy who seemingly stumbled over the fix (or maybe he was playing innocent and had actually seen this video) and, following the instructions of cleaning those contacts, I was able to fix the washer. This video confirmed and expanded on what the other guy was saying. It also covers what to put on those pieces to prevent reoccurrence of the problem.
In my case I was able to use a Q-tip taped to a pencil and then some more aggressive means (e.g. a bit of sandpaper taped to a pencil) to access the little copper bars and clear them off from the back without removing the panel. As this video shows, there are other exposed parts, too, in that same area. So I may be getting back in there before too long. But now I have an understanding of what the problem is and how to fix it.
Thank you Josh for the generous donation of your time and expertise to help save us from big repair bills and help save the landfills from equipment that still has many years of service left in it.
Holy Sheeeet. I followed your directions and cleaned up those contacts and now the machines came right back up. Thanks so much man. You saved me hundreds.
Yay! Glad it worked for you!
@@joshcobb4100 You definitely earned my subscription. Thanks again man.
Thank you! THANK YOU!!
it's sad when the warrant repair company knows nothing about this fix and tries to sell you a new panel.
Or do they....
I was skeptical about this solution to the problem, but I had nothing to lose trying. I am glad I did, to my amazement it actually worked. I did not have the kind of corrosion described by Josh. It was hardly visible, but still, there was some present. After scrubbing it down with alchohol-soaked Q-Tips, it worked!
Josh, thanks for saving me time, money, and hassle.
Wtf!!! That worked. I have had maytag come an replace this mother board unit 6 times...AND this wonderful gentleman just showed how to fix this easily!!! Thank you soooooo much!!!
I'm glad I could help! 😊
Our problem exactly…..watched your video and went step by step with you. Going to call Maytag back and cancel our repair service call for this week. Cleaned the contacts and we are up and running. Ran to the Dollar General for clear fingernail polish & Alcohol. Cost us $2.85. Thank you for saving us a lot of $$$$$ at Christmas time. You are the best!! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
So after spending $80 on a repairman who said I needed a new $280 panel. I tried this and BAM!! washers working with no problem. So grateful people like you exist and put this info out there for us!!
Thank you SO much!!!
Josh, you are all that and a bag of chips. Life has been coming at us hard, and you helped me believe in the kindness of others. You are an angel to those of us who do not have the $$$ to fix things. We performed your fix, step by step, and now my washer is working! Bless you for your help. After Hurricane Ian, we needed a break. 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋
Yay!!! Glad I could help, God Bless 😊
I can't thank you enough. We are up and running. You were right that the hardest part was releasing the top clips, and I wound up cracking the cover. No big deal, just cosmetic. I really appreciate the guidance. Alan
Right on! IKR!?! I’ve cracked a couple myself lol.
Was getting the same error codes with my Whirlpool Cabrio, took your advice and so far five loads no more errors. THANK YOU!!!!!
Like so many on here I was sure that my 2.5 year old washer was headed for replacement of the control board a second time. Your repair was straight forward and perfect for resolving my issue. Thanks for your help in providing this video!!
Glad I could help!!
Omg you made it look so easy.. you saved me a lot of money cause what you showed me actually worked! You are amazing at what you do.From the bottom of my heart thank you.
Glad I could be of service. You are welcome 😊
An hour of searching and pricing out the parts the error tells you about, and bam accidently finding the perfect answer. Easy and saved me 250$.
That'll buy a beer! 🤣
Your explanation is excellent. I was quoted 160.00 for the service call alone.
Thank you so much! This worked exactly as you said! Was told to replace board was $412 with $125 labor, $88 service charge AND A TRIP CHARGE. God bless you!
Excellent!
I had previously replaced the control board based on an older You Tube Video and that board only lasted 14 months before I ran into the F6 E2 issue. Found this video which shows a better way to take the panel off as well as identifying what the issue REALLY is with this code. Thank you so much OP !!! I was a few clicks away from buying a new control board YET AGAIN. You save me!!
Awesome! Glad I could help!
Got home today from vacation and our washer wouldn’t turn on. This took care of the issue. All fixed in under 30 minutes. Thank you
Awesome!! Glad it helped 😊
You, sir, are the man! Was worried for a bit that we would have to replace the washer. Cheers and beers on me if I ever run into you!
Yay!!! Glad it worked!!
Thank you very much for the tip on how to clean and clear the codes! I’m a 58yr woman and greatly appreciated the tips! Washer is running great! Works for Kenmore series 600! Thanks again!
Glad I could help!!
Thanks for saving me $, this machine broke under the warranty period, I asked the repairman for the old circuit board and I repaired it as per your instructions, now I have a spare.
P.S., clear nail polish would be just fine
Hi! Appreciate your expert advice regarding this repair. It worked for my Maytag, probably saving me hundreds of dollars, if we needed to schedule a service call. Took a couple of attempts to get the panel released and overall, about 2-hours of my time. But definitely saved time and money!!!
Awesome glad I could help!!
Thanks for this video. I was having this exact problem and was gonna just bite the bullet and buy a new one. 3 qtips later and a little alcohol and it has been running all day. 8 loads done. I’m gonna go get some clear coat or silicon grease and take it apart again to clean again and apply. Awesome video.
Clear nail Polish works too! Glad I could help!
Thankful for you! This worked like a charm. Our machine is only 2 years old, and we had no sign of power (no error messages). After checking outlet and breaker issues, I found your video. In less than 15 mins, we are back up and running! I was able to clean this area without having to lift the top off. My husband was uncertain, but my little hands could reach in the space with the q-tip and alcohol to clean the copper pieces fine. Just a thought if folks want to try that before removing the top piece. Appreciate you!
Great! Glad it worked! 😊😊
Unreal, used your video to repair my washer. The contacts did not have a speck of dirt or corrosion on it, I still wiped them off with alcohol- as suggested, and it fixed it. thank you so much for saving us $$$.
Great!! I'm glad it worked for you! 😊
Worked on my MVWB766FW1. One of the little gold connectors was black with corrosion. It took a couple hours to clean off with rubbing alcohol then vinegar & baking soda, but it works now. THANK YOU JOSH!
Thank you!!!
you are a genius, directly pointing to the key of the problem. You saved me so much money with this video. Thank you so much!!!
Thank you sir! I scrubbed all of the corrosion off, and cleared the codes and its working perfectly! A+ advice!
I was just quoted $800 for this very repair! Thank you for this video. Ordering the coating today!
I don't have this exact model, and THANK YOU. This video was unimaginably helpful! We need more like yourself in our Country!!!
Thanks! I truly appreciate your kind words! Glad it helped!!
Thank you, I think the rest codes thing is what saved me for today. Truly disappointed in appliances since I started buying stuff newer than 1995.
I just watched another video where the guy said to just buy a new board after showing how he got the top off. So many comments raving about what great advice. Watched your video and fixed it myself and just ordered my conformal acrylic from Amazon (still $12). I fixed my fridge ice maker after a plastic part was worn down too instead of replacing the whole ice maker. These companies are designing these for planned obsolescence or part wear-out just to make money. Back in the day, washers, refrigerators, etc. lasted for years and years with no electronics. Less tech/lasts longer. How many use more than 2 settings on these machines?
Thank you so much this easy fixed saved me money. My husband and I were able to fix the issue within 30 minutes. Best part is that we didn’t even argue while fixing the problem
Yay! Glad to be of help!
Saved the day! Thank you! Ours wasn't as corroded, but there were fine lines built up between the small copper contacts. Scrubbed them clean and painted with a bit of clear nail polish. Back to brand new!
Yay!!! Glad it fixed you up!!!
Thanks alot very good video. I did exactly what u said after listening to entire video and my kenmore 700S series top load washer is working again. It was showing the f6 e2 code. Now I don't have to pay $90 just for diagnostic or plus parts & labor I'm very happy thank you very much and greatly appreciated. Turned into a $13 repair.
Glad I could help and save you some cash!
Thank you! Every other video suggested that I needed a whole new control board. This did the trick for free! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this
Our Bravos XL was putting those codes up as well. Your video seems to have saved us a ton of money by not having to buy a new washer! Thank you so much!
Yay!! Great to hear! Glad to be of service!
You are the best! Thank you so much for helping me fix my washer. Free of charge.
You're welcome! Glad it helped!
I can't thank you enough for this video. I currently have a load of laundry going thanks to you. I ended up sealing that area off with eva foam and silicone caulk because I was too nervous to use nail polish on the board. Seems like it should do a decent job keeping the moisture out.
Easter 2023..and He has risen..and so has our washing machine! TY so much for this vid!! Save us $$$!!!
Yay!!!
Only thing missing on this video is your Venmo or Zelle or PayPal info where we can all send you money!!!!!!!!!!
Amazing!!
MAYTAG! I used to love you but you need to get your act together.
Bought this washer two years ago and had the code pop up a year ago. I had the repairman come fix it just to make use of the warranty. But when the code popped up again today I went in search of a fix. This worked. Thank you so much.
Thanks, so much. The first time it broke, it was under warranty and they replaced both boards. Doing laundry now!
Awesome!
This worked for my kenmore series 700!!!!!! I couldn’t believe it. This was the most helpful video I was able to find. Thank you very much!!!
Yay!!! Great!!! 😊😊😊
Thank you SO much for making this video!! Repairman came out and said I needed a new board at over $200 so I tried this first and it worked perfectly!!! God bless you!
Glad it helped!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! It worked! Great directions! You saved my day & quite certainly all of humanity. Your service to others shall be rewarded at the gates of heaven!
Glad to be of service 😁
Hey Josh- Back again. I'm getting F6/E5 F7/E2 now on my washer. Any guidance?@@joshcobb4100
Great tutorial! My dryer has been showing the F6 E3 error code for about a week. I wasn't able to get the breaker off the machine to clean the circuit connections but I just reached in through the back and swabbed it while it was still attached. My dryer turned back on almost immediately. I didn't even have to clear the code. Thank you so much! You're a life saver
You saved me so much money with this video!!! I appreciate you more than you know.. thank you for this!!
You're the man! You just saved me from buying a brand new unit. My washer was actually branded as Kenmore Series 700 model # 110.28132410. Ironically the inside of the machine's control board and front panel looked 90% the same as what you show in the video. Our washer was working fine and then would not power on. I did the sequence of button presses on the control display and received the F6 E2 error code. I followed your instructions and also removed the panel and cleaned all the other visible electrical solder pads I could easily access. No idea why this works (as others have also commented) but the wife is happy and that's all the matters! Thanks again!!!
Thanks! I'm glad it worked for you!!
Awesome video! Our washer did that this morning. Working now. Thank you
Great to hear!
Thank You. It worked. Your video saved up $250. 18 months ago....i wish i would have known issue is rusting...i had to order a new console.
THANK YOU.!!!! WOO HOO you saved me a service call and who knows how much in parts....cause i know the guy would have told me i need the face plate or the control unit. THANKS AGAIN !!!!
Yay!! Great deal!!
My Maytag just started to show these symptoms and now will not start. I look forward to trying this!!
I wanna thank you for being such an amazing help! Fixed mine! Once I heard the tune play I was in awe. I thought I would’ve had to tell my dad that I broke it, and it would have pissed him off! Now I don’t have to😁 lol. You’re a God send! 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much! Laundry day has been saved! Less than 15 minutes and we are up and running.
Great!! I’m glad it worked for you!!
Followed your instructions and IT WORKS!!!!. Although my little square computer chip was clean looking I wiped it with Alcohol and it's working. Thank You so much!
Great! Glad it worked!!
Josh, thanks so much for the video. I did not have any visible corrosion but cleaned with alcohol anyway. checked all the connections too. I was amazed when the thing started up after I put everything back together. Yes, the panel was a pain and got a crack or two but who cares. Thanks again!
All is well that ends well my friend! Glad it worked for you sir!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. My washer wasn’t corroded but after my husband cleaned it with the alcohol it worked perfectly.
Great!!! Glad it helped!!
Thanks Josh, your help fixed my problem. Great video work. Thanks again.
Saved a Sunday afternoon , much appreciated Josh.
Thanks Kevin!!! Glad to be of service!
Thanks for the tip. All other sites and videos regarding this error code suggested replacing the control panel or calling a service tech, you saved me hundreds $$$. Thank you
Super! Glad I could help!
Cleaned the exposed circuit connections with a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol and my whirlpool cabrio is working again. Thank you!
Thanks a million for this video. This actually happened on my dryer. The fix was the exact thing that the dryer needed. My dryer is back up and running. Thanks again to you.
Glad it worked for you!
Thanks. You saved me quite a bit of cash. Was ready to order a replacement control panel for $200+ when I found your video.
Awesome!! Donate a couple bucks to some vets this week to thank me 😉