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If your washing machine has stopped mid-cycle and is flashing Whirlpool Washer F24 Error, you’re dealing with a communication glitch between the main control board and the water level pressure sensor. In simple terms: the brain doesn’t know how much water is in the drum!
🎥 The Repair Video: Pressure Sensor Location & Testing
This video guide shows you how to remove the top panel to find the sensor and how to perform the essential “Wiggle Test” on the wiring harness.
- 00:45 – Removing the top panel to access the pressure sensor.
- 01:20 – The Wiggle Test: Checking for loose communication wires.
- 02:15 – Locating the pressure switch (the round component with a thin tube).
- 03:30 – How to inspect the pressure hose for clogs or kinks.
- 05:10 – Final system reset after re-seating the connectors.
🛒 Parts & Tools for F24 Fix
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The Part: Water Level Pressure Sensor
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Cleaning Tool: Electronic Contact Cleaner
WD-40 Specialist Contact Cleaner
🛠️ How to Fix Whirlpool Washer F24 Error
- Power Off: Unplug your washer. Safety first!
- Open the Top: Remove the screws at the back and slide the top panel off.
- The Wiggle Test: Find the pressure sensor (round part). Unplug the wire connector, spray it with contact cleaner, and plug it back in firmly.
- Blow into the Tube: Gently pull the thin tube off the sensor and blow into it. If you hear a “clunk” or feel resistance, there’s a blockage.
- Test Run: Reassemble and try a cycle.
🤔 Steve’s Quick Troubleshooting FAQ (F24)
Q: Can I keep using the washer if it occasionally flashes F24?
Steve: I wouldn’t recommend it. F24 means the control board isn’t getting a steady signal from the water temp sensor. If the board thinks the water is boiling (when it’s not), it might stop the cycle mid-wash to prevent damage. Try my “Wiggle Test” on the sensor wires first—9 times out of 10, it’s just a loose connection from the machine’s vibration.
Q: Is the water temperature sensor expensive to replace?
Steve: Good news—the thermistor (sensor) itself is one of the cheapest parts, usually under $25. But before you buy one, check your household water heater. If your tap water is coming in scalding hot (over 150°F), it can actually trigger a “false” F24 code. Lowering your water heater setting might just solve the problem for free!