What Does F21 Mean On Kenmore Washer. The F21 error code indicates a long drain. Using the wrong type of detergent can cause the formation of excess foam during the wash cycle.

This can indicate to much soap or the wrong kind of soap was used in the washer. The washer wont be able to finish the cycle and your laundry will be wet. My Kenmore elite HE3 washer door was open at the time.
Whirlpool washer error code F21 means that the washing machine has a water drainage problem which means that the drain pump itself is there or the drain hose is closed and the washer is having trouble getting water out.
This error code means draining is taking too long and something is wrong with the water pumping. Does the Kenmore Elite washer have a filter. Unplug your machine for 12 hour to see if the CCU. In other words the washer is taking too long to drain the water out of the tub.
