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If you’ve got a Whirlpool washing machine, you’re bound to run into a 5d, Sd, or Sud error eventually. These errors indicate too many suds in your drum, so the machine shuts down to prevent flooding. Don’t worry, though; your machine will start back up once it detects the soap bubbles have dispersed. While it isn't a big deal, it is important to figure out what triggered the error, since this code isn’t indicative of any machine issue most of the time. We’ll show you how to diagnose the problem, fix the issue, and more!
Things You Should Know
- 5d (or Sd/Sud) indicates that the washing machine has detected too many suds in the drum.
- Your machine will automatically finish the cycle once the suds level drops on its own, so just be patient and wait.
- Excessive suds are usually caused by overpacking the drum, using too much detergent, or using the wrong detergent for your machine.
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References
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/What_does_the_%22SUD%22_or_%22SD%22_Error_Code_mean
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/What_does_the_%22SUD%22_or_%22SD%22_Error_Code_mean
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/What_does_the_%22SUD%22_or_%22SD%22_Error_Code_mean
- ↑ https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/assets/1/Page/HE.pdf
- ↑ https://www.consumerreports.org/appliances/laundry/a-rookies-guide-to-laundry-a4825377899/
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Laundry/Washers/Front_Load_Washers/Wash_Performance_or_Clothing_Results/Cleaning_and_Maintenance/Cleaning_the_Drain_Pump_Filter
- ↑ https://www.southernliving.com/what-happens-overload-laundry-machine-7975487
- ↑ https://www.bhg.com/homekeeping/laundry-linens/tips-checklists/hard-water-laundry/
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/What_does_the_%22SUD%22_or_%22SD%22_Error_Code_mean