KitchenAid Dryer Error Code F01

Reviewed by the ApplianceErrors Editorial Team · Verified against manufacturer service documentation · Last verified: June 11, 2026

⚠ Medium Severity 🔧🔧🔧 Advanced DIY

Main control board EEPROM error

The most common cause of the F01 error on a KitchenAid dryer is failing main control board (~55% of cases); start with: hard reset.

💰 DIY cost: $0–$230 👨‍🔧 Pro cost: $180–$360 Save $180+ by doing it yourself

KitchenAid Dryer error code F01 on the display panel — How the F01 code appears on a KitchenAid dryer display

What Does Error Code F01 Mean on a KitchenAid Dryer?

Main control board EEPROM error.

F01 fires when the main control board's onboard EEPROM fails its power-up integrity check, meaning stored calibration and cycle data can't be read back reliably. The control halts rather than run with corrupted settings. A single occurrence often follows a surge or outage that scrambled memory, which a full power-down can clear. If the board re-throws F01 after a reset, the memory chip itself is failing. This differs from F70, which points to communication faults between control boards rather than internal memory corruption.

Models affected: KitchenAid electronic-control dryers with a main control board reporting F-series fault codes, both electric and gas models

What owners report: Owners commonly report F01 appearing right after a storm, brownout, or flipped breaker, and a 10-minute unplug often clears it for good in those cases. When the code returns immediately after every reset, it usually signals the board is done and needs replacing.

What Causes Error Code F01?

Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:

1

Failing main control board 55% of cases
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Memory corruption after a surge or outage 35% of cases
3

Intermittent power supply issue 10% of cases

How to Fix KitchenAid Dryer Error Code F01

🔧🔧🔧 Advanced DIY Est. time: 1–3 hours

⚡ Safety first: Unplug the appliance before opening any panels or touching internal components.

1

Hard reset

Unplug the dryer for 10 minutes, then restore power and start a timed-dry cycle.
2

Check the power source

Verify the outlet/cord connections; brownouts can corrupt control memory.

⚠️ On electric dryers the terminal block carries 240V — disconnect power before inspecting.
3

Replace the control board

If F01 returns after a hard reset, replace the main control.

🔩 KitchenAid dryer main control board ($110–$230)

How to Reset Error Code F01

Unplug for 10 minutes, then restore power.

Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.

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When to Call a Professional

A board that re-throws F01 after a reset needs replacement — a tech can confirm in one visit.

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $180–$360

Related Error Codes

F70

Communication failure between main control and user interface

⚠ Medium Severity

Same Code on Other Brands

Error code F01 appears on these other brands too. See every brand that shows F01 →

Whirlpool Dryer F01

Main control board failure

Bosch Washing Machine F01

Water intake timeout — machine failed to fill within the expected time

Maytag Dryer F01

Electronic control board failure

Maytag Oven F1

ERC control board failure / clock fault — watchdog reset

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep using my KitchenAid Dryer when error F01 appears? +

You often can for a cycle or two, but the control issue behind F01 will keep interrupting normal operation until it is fixed. Plan the repair rather than ignoring the code.

What most commonly causes F01 on a KitchenAid Dryer? +

Across reported KitchenAid dryer repairs, the most frequent is failing main control board (55% of cases), memory corruption after a surge or outage (35%), then intermittent power supply issue (10%). Check them in that order before replacing any parts.

F01 keeps coming back after a reset — what should I check next? +

A reset only clears the stored F01 fault; if it returns, the control problem is still present. Move on to the physical checks — hard reset, then check the power source — since the code will reappear until the root cause is resolved. This is an advanced repair involving deeper disassembly or electrical testing.

How much does it cost to fix KitchenAid Dryer error F01? +

A DIY repair typically runs $0–$230 in parts, versus $180–$360 for a professional service call, so handling it yourself saves around $180. Expect the work to take 1–3 hours.

Which KitchenAid Dryer models show error F01? +

F01 is documented on KitchenAid electronic-control dryers with a main control board reporting F-series fault codes, both electric and gas models. Other units sharing the same control platform can display it too, so the fixes here generally transfer across the series.

Sources & References

• KitchenAid Product Help — official manufacturer documentation
• Our editorial & verification policy

Content verified against manufacturer service documentation. Last verified: June 11, 2026.

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