Whirlpool WTW5057LW Washer Problems & Error Codes

Whirlpool WTW5057LW Washer Problems & Error Codes — Overview

The Whirlpool WTW5057LW is a top-load high-efficiency washer in Whirlpool’s mainstream HE platform. It uses the same error-code system as other Whirlpool top-load HE models, displaying F# E# or F## system errors plus specific codes like LdL (lid lock), LF or F8 E1 (long fill), drn (drain problem), and HC (hose reversal). Field reports show this model most often fails at the lid lock, drain pump, and inlet valve, with recurring complaints about no-spin or humming, oversuds faults, and imbalance errors when overloaded or run with non-HE detergent.

Whirlpool’s published guidance says to clear any F# E# error by pressing START/PAUSE once, then START/PAUSE again to restart. If the code returns, the washer needs service. Most common owner-caused faults are reversed inlet hoses, closed water faucets, kinked drain lines, overloading, or using regular detergent instead of HE.

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Most Common Problems on This Model

• LdL error or lid will not lock Detergent residue around the lid-lock striker or a failed lid-lock assembly prevents the lid from latching, and cleaning the striker or replacing the lid-lock mechanism fixes it.
• LF, Lo FL, or F8 E1 long-fill error The washer takes too long to fill because one or both water faucets are closed, inlet hoses are kinked or reversed, inlet screens are clogged, or the inlet valve has failed.
• drn error or washer will not spin out water A kinked or clogged drain hose, improper drain installation (standpipe too low or drain line more than 96 inches high), or a failing drain pump stops drainage and triggers the code.
• Washer hums but drum will not spin A broken drive belt, failed motor capacitor, bad motor, or seized shifter/actuator prevents the drum from turning, and replacing the failed component restores spin.
• F0E2 oversuds or excessive foam during wash Using non-HE detergent or too much HE detergent causes oversudsing, and switching to the correct HE detergent at the right dose clears the fault.
• F0E3 overload or F0E5 off-balance error Too much laundry or a poorly distributed load prevents the washer from balancing, and reducing the load size or redistributing items allows the spin to complete.
• HC error on display The hot and cold inlet hoses are connected to the wrong faucets, and swapping the hoses at the back of the washer clears the code.
• F0E8 water ring or residual water after cycle Water remains in the drum or tub after the cycle because the drain pump did not fully evacuate the tub, and running a drain/spin cycle or checking for a clogged pump resolves it.

Parts That Commonly Fail

Washer Error Codes for This Model

These codes apply to this model line:

• Whirlpool Washer Drn error code
• Whirlpool Washer F02 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F0E1 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F1E1 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F1E2 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F20 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F21 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F2E1 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F3E1 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F3E2 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F5E1 error code
• Whirlpool Washer F5E2 error code

When to Call a Pro

Call a technician if any F# E# or F## error returns after you clear it twice using START/PAUSE, if the lid-lock assembly needs replacement, if the washer hums but will not spin after you verify the load is balanced, or if the drain pump or inlet valve has failed. Replacing the lid lock, pump, valve, belt, capacitor, or motor requires disassembly of the cabinet and console and safe handling of live 120 V connections. If you see water leaking from the tub seal or bearing area, or if the washer walks across the floor even when level and properly loaded, those are signs of bearing or suspension failure that need professional diagnosis and repair.