KitchenAid dishwasher Error Code F3 E2

OWI Sensor Failure

What does F3 E2 mean?

Optical Water Indicator unable to read properly — dirty lens or failed sensor.

Common causes

Diagnostic & testing steps

  1. 1. Clean OWI lens with vinegar (most common fix)
  2. 2. Run diagnostic mode
  3. 3. Replace OWI assembly if needed

Tools required

OEM parts & part numbers

OWI Sensor

Part numbers: W10750634

Try DiagBuddy AI free — instant 30-second diagnostics for technicians.