KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish F1E1 Error Fix: Control Board Stuck Key

Error code F1E1 on the KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish means: Control Board Stuck Key. A key on the main electronic control board keypad is stuck or shorted. Disconnect power for 60 seconds to reset. If error returns, check the ribbon cable between the user interface and the main control board. Replace the main control board if a key circuit is stuck.

The most successful fix is "Replace Main Control Board" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $80-$120. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Main Control Board") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter.

DIY cost: $80-$120. Professional repair typically costs $200-$300. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish has 8 other known error codes, including: DISPENSER STUCK (Detergent Dispenser Not Opening), DOOR GASKET LEAK (Door Gasket Leaking), F1E2 (Control Board Memory Error), F2E1 (User Interface Stuck Key), F2E2 (User Interface Board Fault), and 3 more.

Error code F1E1 also appears on 5 other KitchenAid models: KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack, KFEG500ESS 30 in. 5-Element Electric Convection Slide-In Range, KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range, KOSE500ESS 30 in. Single Wall Oven with Even-Heat True Convection, KWTW4815EW 3.8 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with Removable Agitator. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.