What the appliance detected
Detected condition
The dishwasher detected a control or communication fault involving the user interface and main-control system.
What may contribute
Possible causes
- A temporary control communication state may clear after one reset.
- A user-interface, main-control, harness, connector, or power-supply path may require service diagnosis.
- The display code alone cannot identify which electronic component has failed.
Start conservatively
Safe preliminary checks
Work in order and stop whenever a step is not supported by the documentation for your model.
Record whether the code is F6 E1 or F2 E2
- Photograph the display or count the flashing sequence before removing power.
- Note any recent outage, surge, moisture event, or control-panel behavior for the service technician.
Power cycle once for 30 seconds
- Disconnect power at the plug or normal dishwasher breaker for 30 seconds if there are no electrical or water hazards.
- Restore power and monitor normal operation. If the same control code returns, schedule service.
Actions not recommended
- Do not remove the console or control housing.
- Do not reseat internal harnesses, probe communication wiring, or test live voltage.
- Do not replace the user interface or main control based only on the displayed code.
When to stop and request service
- F6 E1 or F2 E2 returns after one documented power cycle.
- Controls are unresponsive, erratic, wet, damaged, or accompanied by electrical warning signs.
- Internal interface, control, harness, or power-supply diagnosis is required.
Documented source
Official information reviewed
Our summary is based on manufacturer support material and stays within the limits of that material.
JennAir Product Help
6 Pause 1 Pause - Error Code - DishwasherJennAir Product Help
F2E2 - DishwasherJennAir Product Help
Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading
Source reviewed by Appliance Help HQ: September 24, 2026.
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