Amana Washer F20 Error Code

No water or too little water on Amana washers.

F20

Easy DIY fix

Little or no water is getting in. The cause is almost always on the supply side: a closed tap, a kinked hose or clogged screens.

Compatible models

Amana front-load washers; some show FH instead of F20. Check your owner's manual for which one yours uses.

Also shown as

Amana's FH page gives the same meaning (no water or not enough supply), so both codes are covered here. Which one shows depends on your model.

Difficulty

Most people can clear this one at home with simple checks.

How to fix
When to call a pro
Parts
FAQ

Not sure you are reading the code right? See how to read Amana washer codes.

Safety first: unplug the washer (or switch off its breaker) before touching filters, hoses or panels. If you smell burning or gas, or see water near the outlet, stop and call a professional.

How to fix Amana F20

Cancel the cycle
Press Pause/Cancel twice to stop the cycle, then unplug the washer.
Check both taps
Turn the hot and cold taps behind the washer all the way open.
Look at the hoses and screens
Straighten kinked fill hoses. With the taps off, unscrew the hoses at the washer and clean the screens in the inlet ports.
Reset the control
Leave the washer unplugged for the full 5 minutes, then plug it in and start a cycle to see whether the code returns.

When to call a technician

Good pressure at the taps and clean screens, yet F20 or FH keeps showing: have a technician check the water inlet valve.

Parts linked to F20

These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.

Order parts by your full model number so they fit.

Step-by-step guides for this problem

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Frequently asked questions

Which Amana models show the F20 code?

Amana front-load washers; some show FH instead of F20. Check your owner's manual for which one yours uses.

Can I fix Amana F20 myself?

Usually, yes. Most F20 problems clear with simple checks you can do at home. Start with the first step above: cancel the cycle.

Other Amana washer codes

Last reviewed 2026-10-19. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.

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