F01 Error on Hotpoint Washing Machines

What the F01 error means on a Hotpoint washing machine

The F01 error on Hotpoint washing machines is usually linked to a control board (electronic module) fault. In practice, the washer may stop responding, won’t let you select functions, or won’t start the cycle because the control module detects an internal anomaly and goes into protection mode.

The most common symptoms when F01 appears are:

• The washer won’t start even when you press Start
• Some options can’t be selected or the panel behaves erratically
• The error shows up after a brief power interruption, a tripped breaker, or a sudden reconnection

How to clear F01 and what to check before calling a technician

With F01, it’s best to go straight to what manufacturers typically recommend first: a full power reset. If the code comes back, it’s usually not a usage issue, but an electronics issue.

1. Perform a full power reset
   • Turn the washer off
   • Unplug it and wait at least 2 minutes
   • Plug it back in, wait 30 seconds, and try to start again

   This is the most important step to rule out a temporary control-module lockup

2. Check the power supply (keep it simple)
   • Avoid power strips; plug directly into a wall outlet
   • If the plug feels loose or the contact is poor, try a different outlet
   • If your home has frequent power blips, F01 may return after each electrical event
3. Run a short, controlled test
   • Select a quick cycle with a small load
   • If F01 returns immediately, it points to a persistent control issue
4. When it makes sense to call a technician
   • F01 keeps returning after the proper power reset
   • The panel still won’t respond or won’t allow option selection
   • The error appears the same way every time, even “cold” and with no load

   In that case, the usual next step is diagnosing the electronic module and its connections, because the machine is detecting an internal anomaly

If F01 was a one-off lockup, the full reset often clears it. If the code returns, the most efficient route is to have the electronics checked so the root cause can be fixed