Safety First: Unplug the washer before inspecting under the unit or removing panels.

Step 1 – Reduce load size: Remove some items, especially heavy absorbent fabrics (blankets, comforters, rugs). Roper top-loaders are not designed for very large single bulky items.
Step 2 – Untangle items: Spread clothes evenly around the basket and avoid wrapping them tightly around the agitator or impeller.
Step 3 – Check for basket drag: With the washer unplugged and empty, spin the basket by hand. It should rotate freely with minimal resistance. Grinding or stiffness may indicate a worn drive hub or gearcase issue.
Step 4 – Inspect drive hub (impeller models): Remove the wash plate/impeller and inspect the plastic drive hub splines for wear or stripping. Replace if worn.
Step 5 – Test with a small load: Run a normal cycle with a small, light load. If F0E3 does not appear, the issue was likely overloading.

If the code appears even with small loads, the motor, capacitor, or control board may require professional diagnosis.

Washer displays F0E3 and may stop or refuse to spin when a heavy load is present.

Possible Causes