E16
Speed Queen · FF7009SN 3.2 cu ft Front Load Washer with Stainless Steel Drum and 12 Wash Cycles
The drain valve failed to open or close properly, causing drainage problems or water to leak. This can result from mechanical failure or electrical issues.
Error E16 on the Speed Queen FF7009SN 3.2 cu ft Front Load Washer with Stainless Steel Drum and 12 Wash Cycles means: Drain Valve Stuck. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Drain Valve Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~50 min, DIY cost: $50-$75). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer
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While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $140-$210.
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The Speed Queen FF7009SN 3.2 cu ft Front Load Washer with Stainless Steel Drum and 12 Wash Cycles has 8 other known error codes:
Error code E16 also appears on 4 other Speed Queen models:
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