F14
KitchenAid EEPROM or Main Control Program Error

Washer displays F14 and may not start or may freeze shortly after starting.

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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

Corrupted firmware on main control, failed EEPROM chip, power surge damage, loose UI-to-control connection

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power before accessing the control console.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Power reset: Unplug the washer for at least 10 minutes to allow capacitors to discharge and the control to fully reset.
  • Check console connections: Remove the control console panel and verify the ribbon cable and harness between the user interface and main control are fully seated and undamaged.
  • Inspect control board: Look for burnt components or corrosion. If present, replacement is required.

When to replace: If F14 returns after reset and connections are good, the main control board (with EEPROM) must be replaced with the correct KitchenAid part. Some models may require control programming after installation.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Control Board (CCU)
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