F06
KitchenAid Motor Tachometer or Motor Drive Fault

Washer-dryer will not spin or tumble; F06 appears on the display.

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Failed drive motor, open or shorted motor tachometer coil, loose motor harness connector, defective motor control circuit on main board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Moving parts and sharp edges are present around the motor and belt.

  • Access the motor: Remove the rear panel. Locate the drive motor at the bottom rear of the tub with a belt (if belt-driven) or directly mounted (direct drive).
  • Check harness and connector: Inspect the motor plug and wiring harness for loose connections, burnt pins, or damaged wires. Reseat the connector firmly.
  • Inspect tachometer wiring: The tachometer (speed sensor) is usually integrated into the motor with separate small-gauge wires. Ensure these wires are intact and not pinched or broken.
  • Spin test: Manually rotate the drum. It should turn smoothly without grinding or binding. Excessive resistance may indicate bearing or mechanical issues that can overload the motor.
  • Electrical tests: With the motor disconnected, measure resistance across the motor windings and tachometer coil according to the service manual specs. If readings are open or shorted, replace the motor assembly.
  • Control board check: If motor and wiring test good, the motor drive circuit on the main control board may be faulty and require replacement.

Note: Motor and control board replacement are advanced repairs; if you are not comfortable with electrical testing, contact a qualified technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Drive Motor Assembly
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