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Kenmore Dishwasher FAE1 Code Detergent Dispenser

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code FAE1 (10-1) on Dishwasher — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of FAE1 (10-1) 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 FAE1 (10-1)
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

Kenmore dishwasher code FAE1 (10-1) reports a detergent dispenser failure on HE-series dishwashers.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so FAE1 (10-1) 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

FAE1 means a detergent dispenser failure.

FAE1 means

The detergent dispenser has failed. You may also see it as 10-1 on Kenmore HE, Elite HE, Global HE or MicroClean HE units.

The manual route

Power comes off first, by unplugging. After taking off the outer door panel, look at the wiring connections that join the electronic control board to the dispenser. Loose wires go back on and a damaged harness is replaced. Where the wiring is intact, the detergent dispenser is the part to replace. Because this means opening the door, many owners leave it to a technician.

See also

  • FAE2: wax motor in the vent
  • FAE3: fan used for drying
  • F9E4: spray arm at the bottom

Getting dishwasher repair help

Our service center takes Kenmore dishwasher calls for the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas at (844) 747-3641. Mention the code, give the model number and say what you tried first. The dishwasher service page explains more.

Source: Kenmore Global HE dishwasher error codes; Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwasher error codes; Kenmore 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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