Maytg Epic Z Series F-20 Error Code Fix

Maytg Epic Z Series F-20 Error Code Fix

The Maytag Epic series is a wonderful washer and dryer. If you are an owner of the Maytag Z Series you know that it's a reliable and well built machine. Naturally even with the best of the best, there are some times where an error code shows up and you need to be prepared to handle them. We've found that the Maytag manual does not do some of the error codes justice and are trying to compile a more hands on, and step by step process for you to be able to deal with the error codes on your own, without the costly call to a service center or repairman.

F20 or F-20 is an error code that indicates a water pressure concern. Not enough water is getting to the machine in the proper time frame. There are a number of reasons this may happen and some of them can be extremely easy and quick to fix.

One of the easiest solutions is to check both the hot and cold water shut-off valves and confirm that they are open as far as they will go. Perhaps the last time someone check the hoses, or moved the washing machine the handled was left off or only partially opened and the F20 error code will appear. Make sure to check both the hot and cold water faucets.

The second option is that you may have a defective hose. If the host has become kinked or in some other fashion damaged it may be stopping or slowing water to your Maytag Epic Z. Check the entire length of hose and make sure it is not damaged or twisted in any way.

If you are in a home with a well, there are natural concerns with the Maytag washing machine. Wehn ours showed the F20 error, there was not enough pressure at the well holding tank. The holding tank had slowly become deflated and once reinflated it provided the proper pressure to the house again. Naturally this even made the morning shower much better as it increased the water pressure to the whole house.

If you are on city water, checking the water main connection into the house would be important. It could have been bumped or caused to not be open completely and also not giving enough water pressure.

In general if you check any of the sources of water coming into the washing machine, you should be able to solve the F20 code on your own. DOn't forget the other things that might be easily forgotten - emergency water shut offs, water filters valves and more. There are all potential areas where the water input can be restricted into the washer.

Good Luck!

Maytag Epic and Epic Z Series - F21 Error Code Fix

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Maytag Epic Z F21 Error Code Fix

F21

Flashing message says F21 or F-21 error code which is a Long Drain Time error code. This indicates that you have an obstruction or clog in the drainage system. Normally this will tell you that you probably have a clog in the drain pump. What no one tells it that it’s pretty easy to fix this one yourself.

It really 2 easy steps. Take off 3 screws and then open the drain clean out valve and remove the debris and it’s done.

Well, here’s a little bit more step by step than that.

Looking at the front of the washing machine, below the door there is a solid white metal section. At the very bottom (right along the floor) there are 3 screws that you can access from the front. Take off those three screws and the metal access panel will slip off. There are 2 plastic pins that are lodged in the top of the panel, so it will swing out towards you first. Don’t force it off, or you may damage those pins.

With the access panel removed, it will become quite clear what is next. On the right hand side there is a rather large white drain plug that you need to twist off. If there is still water in the washing machine, then you will need to be careful and have buckets and rags ready, as the water will start draining once you remove the plug and it will drain fast, so get ready!

After a few turns the plug will slide out and there will be a small catch basin / rough filter that is attached that will also come out with it. This is where most of the debris will be located and should be the obstacle that was preventing the washing machine to drain.

Clean it out and remove any lint, waste products etc that have accumulated. Who knows, you might even find some loose change in there too. I found $0.27. The put the plug back in. Make sure that it is tightened completely and totally secure. The machine will leak if this is not secured properly.

Then slide the access panel back in place making sure to get the 2 plastic pins in place without damaging them and then the 3 screws are next. Once those are in place, you are ready to go. Plug the washer back in and turn it on.

Naturally you never want to do any work on an appliance while it is still plugged in, so Safety First – unplug it before you begin. I would also suggest that you turn off both the hot and cold water valves/faucets completely.

Good luck!