What uL (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis) Means
uL on the Whirlpool-built Oasis top-loaders Kenmore sold under 110-prefix numbers shows steady rather than flashing, and it means the machine has detected an unbalanced basket and is running its own short balancing routine to correct it.
Common Causes of uL (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
- A single bulky item riding on one side of the basket
- Towels twisted into a rope during the wash
- A cabinet that has crept out of level on a springy floor
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
Let the balancing routine finish before intervening; if it gives up, open the lid and spread the load around the basket wall rather than leaving it piled to one side.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- Letting the machine hammer through repeated balancing attempts wears the suspension faster than the laundry ever will.
- Packing a load tighter to hold it still makes the balance worse, not better.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.