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Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam F3E3 Error Fix: Inlet Thermistor Open Circuit

The inlet temperature thermistor (dryer air inlet sensor) has an open circuit. This sensor measures the temperature of air entering the drum. On some models this sensor is part of the moisture sensor bar assembly. Test and replace similarly to the exhaust thermistor.

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Quick Answer

Error F3E3 on the Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam means: Inlet Thermistor Open Circuit. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Replace Inlet Thermistor Sensor” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dryer

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When to Call a Professional

While many dryer 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: $120-$180.

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Other Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Error Codes

Airflow Restricted

2 fixes

F1E1

Main Control Board Error

2 fixes

F1E3

Control Board Communication Error

2 fixes

F2E1

Stuck Button on Control Panel

2 fixes

F2E5

User Interface Board Failure

2 fixes

F3E1

Exhaust Thermistor Open Circuit

2 fixes

F3E2

Exhaust Thermistor Shorted

2 fixes

F3E5

Inlet Thermistor Shorted

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Error F3E3

What does error code F3E3 mean on a Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam?

Error code F3E3 on the Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam means: Inlet Thermistor Open Circuit. The inlet temperature thermistor (dryer air inlet sensor) has an open circuit. This sensor measures the temperature of air entering the drum. On some models this sensor is part of the moisture sensor bar assembly. Test and replace similarly to the exhaust thermistor.

How do I fix error code F3E3 on my Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam?

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace Inlet Thermistor Sensor" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F3E3 on a Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam serious?

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

Can I fix Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam error F3E3 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace Inlet Thermistor Sensor") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: #2 Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter, Torx T20 screwdriver, Flashlight.

How much does it cost to repair Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam error F3E3?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam have?

The Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam has 8 other known error codes, including: AF (Airflow Restricted), F1E1 (Main Control Board Error), F1E3 (Control Board Communication Error), F2E1 (Stuck Button on Control Panel), F2E5 (User Interface Board Failure), and 3 more.

Which other Whirlpool models have the F3E3 error?

Error code F3E3 also appears on 4 other Whirlpool models: Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer, Whirlpool WFE775H0HZ 6.4 cu. ft. Smart Slide-In Electric Range, Whirlpool WFG505M0BS 5.0 cu. ft. Freestanding Gas Range, Whirlpool WOS51EC0HS 5.0 cu. ft. Single Wall Oven. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam have?

The Whirlpool Whirlpool WED75HEFW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam has 8 other known error codes:

AF — Airflow Restricted (2 fixes)
F1E1 — Main Control Board Error (2 fixes)
F1E3 — Control Board Communication Error (2 fixes)
F2E1 — Stuck Button on Control Panel (2 fixes)
F2E5 — User Interface Board Failure (2 fixes)
F3E1 — Exhaust Thermistor Open Circuit (2 fixes)
F3E2 — Exhaust Thermistor Shorted (2 fixes)
F3E5 — Inlet Thermistor Shorted (2 fixes)

Which other Whirlpool models have the F3E3 error?

Error code F3E3 also appears on 4 other Whirlpool models:

Whirlpool WED5000DW 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer (dryer) · 2 fixes
Whirlpool WFE775H0HZ 6.4 cu. ft. Smart Slide-In Electric Range (oven) · 2 fixes
Whirlpool WFG505M0BS 5.0 cu. ft. Freestanding Gas Range (oven) · 2 fixes
Whirlpool WOS51EC0HS 5.0 cu. ft. Single Wall Oven (oven) · 2 fixes

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