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Kenmore Dishwasher F6E4 Code Open Float Switch

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of F6E4 (6-4) for Kenmore Dishwasher — confirm the model series before you act.

Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Error code F6E4 (6-4)
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

Kenmore F6E4 summarised: stuck float, inlet valve stuck open or a defective float switch.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so F6E4 (6-4) may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

Plain language

What this code means

The float switch is open.

Reading F6E4

The float switch is open. Appears on Kenmore HE, Elite HE, Global HE and MicroClean HE dishwashers, and as 6-4 flashes on models with no digital display.

Three causes in the manual

  1. An item stuck under the overfill float, or a stuck float switch. Remove the item and free the float.
  2. A water inlet valve that sticks open and fills the dishwasher constantly, tripping the switch. Replace the valve. Also confirm the inlet valve shuts off the supply when the dishwasher is off.
  3. A defective float switch. A technician unplugs the dishwasher and measures resistance through it: near 0 ohms with the tub empty or near empty is expected; infinite resistance means replacing the switch.

Related codes

  • F6E1: the dishwasher will not fill.
  • F6E2: inlet valve failure.
  • F6E3: suds or air in the water pump.

Dishwasher repair help near you

From the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas, call (844) 747-3641 about your Kenmore. Have the model number, the code F6E4 and your list of tried fixes at hand. Start at dishwasher repair if you want more detail.

Source: Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore HE dishwasher error codes; Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore Global HE dishwasher error codes; Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwasher error codes

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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