Amana dishwasher diverter motor
Price the diverter motor or assembly if water is leaking from the sump diverter area.
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F10E5 on an Amana dishwasher, sometimes displayed as FAE5, points to a diverter leak. The diverter sends wash water to different spray zones. When its seal or sump area leaks, water can collect under the dishwasher and trigger the fault.
Treat this as a leak problem first. Do not keep resetting the dishwasher if water is visible under the machine.
Quick Checks
| Check | What to look for | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Floor under dishwasher | Water, swelling, or damp toe-kick area | Stop and dry the area |
| Door gasket | Water trails at the front corners | Clean or reseat gasket |
| Sump area | Drips near the diverter motor | Inspect diverter seal |
| Supply and drain | Loose water line or drain hose | Tighten or repair |
| Reset | Cancel twice, then restart once | Only after leak check |
Fix Amana Dishwasher F10E5
- Press Cancel twice to stop the cycle.
- Turn power off and shut the water supply valve if you see active leaking.
- Remove the toe-kick panel and inspect under the dishwasher with a flashlight.
- Dry the base area and look for the first wet point. Water at the front can be a door leak; water from the center sump area points toward the diverter or sump seal.
- Check the water supply line, drain hose, and inlet valve before condemning the diverter.
- If the leak starts near the diverter motor shaft or sump, replace the model-specific diverter seal, sump seal, or diverter assembly.
- Run a short test cycle while watching underneath. Stop immediately if water returns.
When to Call Service
Call an appliance technician if the leak comes from the sump or diverter area and the dishwasher must be pulled from the cabinet. Hidden leaks can damage subflooring quickly, and a dishwasher that is not leveled correctly can leak again after repair.