rLInfo
Whirlpool washer error rL
rL means the washer detected items inside the drum after the Clean Washer cycle was started. The Clean Washer cycle has to run empty.
Also shows as F-34, F0E1, F0 E1
Symptom
rL
Free checks
2 checks
Then the part
Laundry left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started
The 2 free checks
Start at the top. Unplug the machine first.
- 01
Take everything out of the drum, then restart the Clean Washer cycle — it only runs empty.
- 02
Unplug the washer for 5 minutes, then plug it back in to reset the control.
What causes it
Listed most likely first.
| Cause | How often | DIY |
|---|---|---|
| Laundry left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started | Most common | Yes |
| The spin bearing is failing, so the basket does not turn smoothly and the control reads it as a load | Occasional | Call a pro |