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Amana Dishwasher FA E5 / F10 E5 Error Code

Amana groups FAE5 and F10E5 as a diverter-leak fault. Owner checks should stay limited to visible leaks and accessible water connections; internal diverter access belongs to service.

Applies to Amana dishwasher

What the appliance detected

Detected condition

The dishwasher reports a diverter-leak condition.

What may contribute

Possible causes

  • Water may be leaking from an internal or visible connection.
  • The dishwasher detected a leak condition associated with the diverter area.
  • The code alone cannot identify the exact leaking seal, hose, or component.

Start conservatively

Safe preliminary checks

Work in order and stop whenever a step is not supported by the documentation for your model.

  1. Record the code and model

    • Photograph or write down the exact code or flashing pattern before clearing it.
    • Confirm the full model number and Amana owner manual before taking model-specific action.

  2. Use only documented owner-safe checks

    • If water is actively leaking, turn off the dishwasher water supply when safely accessible.
    • Check only visible, dry, owner-accessible water connections and the floor/cabinet area for obvious leakage.
    • If no active leak is present, follow Amana’s Cancel/retry instruction for the exact model once; do not remove lower panels to inspect the diverter.

  3. Stop before internal work

    • If the code remains after the documented external checks, request service.
    • Do not remove panels, bypass door or float protections, or access wiring, pumps, valves, motors, controls, or heater circuits.

Actions not recommended

  • Do not reach into wet areas while electrical power is connected.
  • Do not remove service panels or probe energized wiring, pumps, valves, motors, controls, or heater circuits.
  • Do not replace a part based only on the displayed code.

When to stop and request service

  • FA E5 or F10 E5 returns after the documented external checks.
  • Water continues leaking or the source is not visible.
  • Diverter, seal, internal hose, wiring, or control access would be required.

Documented source

Official information reviewed

Our summary is based on manufacturer support material and stays within the limits of that material.

Source reviewed by Appliance Help HQ: September 23, 2026.

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