Maytag · Washing machines
Maytag Washer OFb: Redistribute an Off-Balance Load
THE SHORT ANSWER
The load is off balance and needs redistribution.
OFb indicates that automatic balancing could not correct the load. Manual redistribution is needed.
Check whether the cycle can be paused normally.
Wait until the basket stops and the lid unlocks before reaching inside.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- Off-balance alert interrupts washing or spinning.
UNDERSTAND THE POSSIBILITIES
Causes & useful observations
A code identifies a condition. It does not, by itself, confirm which part needs repair.
| Possible cause | What to look for | Safe check / next step |
|---|---|---|
| Uneven load | Clothing is concentrated on one side. | Redistribute around the washplate. |
| Excess load | Basket is overfilled. | Remove some items. |
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
Press Start to pause; after normal unlocking, rearrange clothing or reduce the load.
What to noteThe load is distributed evenly.
Cancel using the documented control; use a drain-only cycle if water remains.
What to noteThe washer drains before a new cycle.
Restart washing, or use Drain & Spin when washing is already complete.
What to noteObserve whether the corrected load spins normally.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
Follow your control guide
Cycle names and button behavior must match your exact washer. This is not a service-mode procedure.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
If balanced loads repeatedly trigger OFb, contact service.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- OFb or ofb - Error Code
Maytag · Manufacturer support · Checked
Off-balance load; pause; redistribution; drain options — Applicable Maytag top-load washers
- Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers
Maytag · Manufacturer support · Checked
LdL, LdU, HC and OFb entries — Selected Maytag top-load HE washers