JennAir Dishwasher Code F8E5: Fill valve stuck open

What F8E5 means

On JennAir dishwashers such as the JDTSS246GL or JDAF3924RX, F8E5 means the fill valve is stuck open, so water can keep entering the tub. The dishwasher sounds an alarm tone. First turn off the water supply if you can. Press Cancel once to silence the alarm and close the door, but do not switch off the power or open the door while the water is running.

Common causes of F8E5

Fill valve stuck open
Fill valve debris or wear holding the valve up
Control not closing the valve

✓ One safe check you can try

1. If you can, turn off the water to the dishwasher at once. 2. Press Cancel one time to silence the alarm, then shut the door. 3. Keep the door closed and the power on so the pump can drain the extra water. 4. If you cannot turn the water off, switch off power at the breaker. 5. Call us.

! Why to stop there

A stuck valve can overfill the tub and flood the kitchen.
Cutting power too early stops the pump that drains extra water.
The valve is behind the lower panel with live parts.
We replace the valve after we confirm it, with a written price first.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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Other Dishwasher codes

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F8E5F8E5 questions

Why should I keep the power on?

With power on, the drain pump can keep removing water that the stuck valve lets in. Turn power off only if you cannot shut the water supply.

What does the alarm mean?

It warns that water may be entering when it should not. Pressing Cancel once silences it. Do not press other buttons while the water keeps running.

Will I need a new valve?

Almost certainly, since the valve is stuck. We confirm it first, give a written price before work, and provide a 30-day workmanship warranty on the repair.