Service code 9-1 (or 9.1) appears; diverter cannot find position.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Failed diverter position sensor, Broken diverter motor, Wiring issue to diverter

Safety First: Disconnect power and water.

Steps:

Inspect diverter wiring: Access the diverter assembly and check the harness and connector.
Test diverter motor: Use the tech sheet to run a diverter test. If the motor does not move, replace the diverter motor assembly.
Replace sump/diverter: On some Maytag models, the diverter is integrated with the sump and must be replaced as a unit.

Hard 4/5

Diverter Motor Assembly

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