During the wash cycle an error code came up on the display f-,what is this telling me

We really need the model number to look up the correct manual on this washer, but here is a manual that may help: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/8010163/Whirlpool%208178738%2024%20inch%20Front-Loading%20Automatic%20Washer%20Service%20Manual.pd f Copy and paste into address bar to download PDF file.

You may unplug washer for two minutes to reset it. It has to give a number after the "f."