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F2 Error code on Kenmore Elite HE3 washer

After 8 years of almost daily use I got my first error code on the washer. After a little googling around it seemed as though it might be as simple as clearing out the filter. I followed these simple steps and everything seems to be back on track again:

  • Unplug the washing machine.
  • Remove the panel on the front by removing three screws at the very bottom. You will probably need to tilt it back to get a good angle on them.
  • The pump is in the center and has a plastic handle that can be unscrewed to remove the filter. As you unscrew it water will come out. Be ready with some towels.
  • Look amazed at the dirty filter.
  • Clean the filter.
  • Put it all back in.

I did a small load with the front panel off just to make sure there were no leaks before I put it back on.

We are number one!

We’re number one! We’re number one! America is number one, but not for the things we should be.

According to nationmaster.com the United States is #1 for:

  • Oil Consumption
  • Assault by Rifle, Shotgun or Larger Firearm
  • Drunk Neighbors
  • Death by Reptile
  • Car Thefts
  • Obesity
  • Divorce Rate
  • Defense Budget
  • Television Viewing
  • External Debt (Owed to Other Countries)

Here is where we rank in a few things that matter:

  • 15th – Infrastructure
  • 32nd – Air Transportation Infrastructure, behind Panama and Malaysia
  • 18th – Port Infrastructure
  • 22nd – Rail Infrastructure
  • US Students rank 32nd in Math
  • US Students rank 17th in Reading

As Dean Wormer said, “Fat, drunk and stupid is no way to go through life son.”