Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle rL Error Fix: Remove Load

Items have been detected inside the wash drum during a Clean Washer cycle. The Clean Washer cycle is designed to run with an empty drum to clean the interior, and the presence of laundry will prevent proper cleaning. Open the door, remove all items from the drum, and restart the Clean Washer cycle. This code is a notification, not a malfunction.

Low severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error rL on the Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle means: Remove Load. The top-ranked community fix is “Check Door Lock Assembly and Sensor for Proper Operation” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $10-$20). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer

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When to Call a Professional

While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $100-$150.

Other Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle Error Codes

Door Lock Failure

2 fixes

F0E2

Overloaded or Excessive Suds

2 fixes

F0E5

Off-Balance Load Detected

2 fixes

F1E1

Main Control EEPROM Error

2 fixes

F1E2

Motor Control Unit Error

2 fixes

F3E1

Pressure Switch / Water Level Sensor Error

2 fixes

F3E2

Water Temperature Sensor Fault

2 fixes

F5E1

Door Switch Error

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle Error rL

What does error code rL mean on a Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle?

Error code rL on the Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle means: Remove Load. Items have been detected inside the wash drum during a Clean Washer cycle. The Clean Washer cycle is designed to run with an empty drum to clean the interior, and the presence of laundry will prevent proper cleaning. Open the door, remove all items from the drum, and restart the Clean Washer cycle. This code is a notification, not a malfunction.

How do I fix error code rL on my Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle?

The most successful fix is "Check Door Lock Assembly and Sensor for Proper Operation" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code rL on a Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle serious?

This error is rated low severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle error rL myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Check Door Lock Assembly and Sensor for Proper Operation") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle error rL?

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $100-$150. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle have?

The Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle has 8 other known error codes, including: dL (Door Lock Failure), F0E2 (Overloaded or Excessive Suds), F0E5 (Off-Balance Load Detected), F1E1 (Main Control EEPROM Error), F1E2 (Motor Control Unit Error), and 3 more.

What other error codes does the Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle have?

The Amana NFW5800HW 4.3 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam and Sanitize Cycle has 8 other known error codes:

dL — Door Lock Failure (2 fixes)
F0E2 — Overloaded or Excessive Suds (2 fixes)
F0E5 — Off-Balance Load Detected (2 fixes)
F1E1 — Main Control EEPROM Error (2 fixes)
F1E2 — Motor Control Unit Error (2 fixes)
F3E1 — Pressure Switch / Water Level Sensor Error (2 fixes)
F3E2 — Water Temperature Sensor Fault (2 fixes)
F5E1 — Door Switch Error (2 fixes)

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