getting a error every time i try to wash clothes

Does it actually read “f-09” not “r-09”? An F-09 error would indicate an issue with the drainage system. Is this a new install? If the drain line runs beyond a certain length and/or height you will get a drain error and cause the machine to fail. If this unit has been around a while check to make sure you to not have a clog in the drain line and also check to make sure your drain pump does not have an obstruction in it. If the drain pump just hums and the error pops again you many need to replace your drain pump. Recheck that error and let us know!