Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer Code F2: motor rotation not sensed

What F2 means

On Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer DD603 and DD605 series dishwashers, F2 means the controller has not sensed the wash motor rotating. The motor may be jammed, or the hall sensor, stator or controller may not be doing their part. Owners see F2 and the affected drawer stops washing, usually with water still in the tub. The other drawer on a double can still be used.

Common causes of F2

Motor rotor jammed by debris
Hall sensor that tells the controller the motor is turning
Motor stator not working
Controller not driving the motor

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Switch the unit off and wait a minute. 2. Open the drawer and look for items fallen into the tub, such as a utensil or label. 3. Clear the filter and check the spray arm turns by hand. 4. Close the drawer, switch on and run a short cycle. If F2 repeats, call us. Never reach into the base.

! Why to stop there

The motor, hall sensor and controller are inside the base.
Telling a jam from an electrical problem requires measurements.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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F2F2 questions

What does the hall sensor do on a DishDrawer?

It tells the controller that the motor is actually turning. When that signal is missing, the controller assumes the motor is stuck or dead and stops with F2.

Could a fallen spoon cause F2?

Yes, debris reaching the pump area can jam the rotor. Clearing the tub and filter is a safe first step, but if F2 remains, the motor or its sensing needs a technician.

Is the drawer usable after F2?

Wash the dishes by hand until it is checked. Running a motor that cannot start can strain the controller. We test the motor and give a written price before repairs.