Washer error codes by brands
We have prepared all the necessary data about almost all makes and models of the washing machine. Search and apply suggestions. It is not possible to overestimate the benefits of the following tables due to a variety of error codes they consist of. I will likely find so many brands in one place.
Bosch Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| E16/F16 | Door open | Close the door |
| E17/F17 | Water overflowing | The tap can be clogged. Inspect the tap and clean it up. |
| E18/F18 | Pump time exceeded | Perform the reset of the washing machine – turn the appliance on and off. |
| E19/F19 | Heating issue | One of the obvious causes can be the faulty thermostat. Inspect it and, if needed, replace it. |
| E20/F20 | Unexpected heating | Reset the washing machine by turning it on and off. |
| E23/F23 | Aqua-stop activated | The appliance is likely to be overloaded. |
| E25/F25 | Turbidity sensor issue | Replace the turbidity sensor. |
| E26/F26 | Problem with the analogue pressure sensor | Inspect continuity of the sensor using the multi-meter. If it is defective, replace it. |
| E28/F28 | Flow sensor issue | Check the voltage of the flow sensor using the multi-meter. Replace it, if there is no continuity. |
Samsung Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| nd, 5E | Draining issue | The filter in the drain pump is likely to be clogged. Clean the filter by removing all debris and restrictions. |
| LO | Door issue | Disconnect the appliance and open the door. Replace the door latch if it is damaged or worn out. |
| nF, 4E | Water filling issue | The water inlet valve assembly might be defective. Replace the assembly. |
| FL | Door lock issue | Inspect the wires connected to the door lock assembly. If they are sound, the door lock assembly has to be replaced. |
| LE | Door lock issue | Inspect the wires connected to the door lock assembly. If they are sound, the door lock assembly has to be replaced. |
| OE | Water overflowing issue | Unplug the appliance. If the water still keeps flowing, the water inlet valve assembly is faulty. Replace it. Also inspect the water level sensor. |
| E2, bE2 | Stuck bottom | Free the button by pressing down on the top of the keys on the control board. |
| tE, tE1 | Water temperature issue | Replace the thermistor (temperature sensor). |
| SF | The control board issue | Reset the washing machine, by unplugging it for 5 minutes. Plug in the appliance. If the error code displays again, the control board is faulty. Replace it. |
LG Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| IE | Inlet water supply issue | Make sure the water supply faucets behind the washing machine are open. Inspect the fill hoses whether they don’t have any kinks. The inlet water valves are also to be checked. Replace the defective parts. |
| UE | Loading issue | Redeploy the clothes in the washing machine. The load has to be balanced. Avoid any overloading or underloading. |
| OE | Draining issue | Inspect the drain hose whether there aren’t any kinks and restrictions. Disconnect the washing machine and examine the wiring between the control board and the drain pump. Change the defective wires. Replace the drain pump, if it is malfunctioning. |
| FE | Water overflowing issue | Inspect the inlet water valves to learn whether they cut off the water supply after the washing machine is filled. If the valves are faulty, you are to replace the inlet water valve assembly. |
| dE | Door failure | Unplug the washing machine and examine the door. In case the door is damaged, replace the faulty components. Examine the door lock (switch assembly wiring). If the wires are sound, replace the door lock (switch assembly). |
| tE | Heating sensor issue | Examine the wiring of the thermistor sensor, having checked it continuity using the multi-meter. The measures should be 40,000 ohms at 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Replace the thermistor, it is out of order. |
| PF | Power issue | The power outage could occur in the process of cycling. Restart the appliance. |
Electrolux Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| E11, E12 | Water filling issue | Open the tap, it is likely to be closed. Another obvious reason can be the low water pressure. Also check the water fill solenoid valve. Replace the valve, if it is faulty. |
| E13 | Water leaking issue | Check the drain hose for the kinks and restrictions. Also examine the pressure switch that is likely to be faulty. Replace the defective pressure switch. |
| E35 | Water overflowing issue | The water fill solenoid is malfunctioning. Replace it. |
| E38 | Pressure chamber blocked | The motor drive belt is supposedly damaged or worn out. Replace it. |
| E74 | NTC sensor issue | Make sure the NTC sensor is fitted properly. Check its continuity with multi-meter. If it is defective, replace it. |
Kenmore Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| F0 E2 | Undue suds | Use only the high quality detergent. To prevent suds, use the sufficient quantity of detergent. |
| F0 E4 | Water temperature issue (during the rinse cycle) | Check whether the fill hoses are fitted properly. Inspect the temperature sensor (thermistor) – the measure should be around 50,000 ohms at 77 degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature sensor is faulty, replace it. |
| F0 E5 | Loading issue | Ensure you didn’t overload the washing machine. Inspect the suspension rods and springs. If they are damaged or worn out, replace them. |
| F1 E1 | Control board failure | Unplug the washing machine and inspect the wiring connections of the control board. Replace the control board, if the wires are damaged. |
| F1 E2 | Motor control issue | Inspect the drive motor windings for its resistance. If the motor is defective, replace it. Otherwise, you should replace the main electronic control board. |
| F2 E1 | Stuck key issue | If the stuck key cannot be freed up, replace the user interface control. |
| F3 E1 | Water level pressure sensor issue | Open the console and check the thermistor for its resistance – it has to be 50,000 ohms at room temperature. If the thermistor is malfunctioning, replace it. |
Maytag Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| F1 E1 | Control board issue | Reset the washing machine by unplugging the appliance for 5 minutes. Plug in. If the error code shows up again, you are to replace the main electronic control board. |
| F1 E2 | Motor control board issue | Inspect the wiring on the motor control board. If the wires are not sound, the motor control board needs to be replaced. |
| F3 E1 | Water level pressure switch issue | Examine the wire harness between the water level pressure switch and the control board. If the wire harness is damaged, replace it. If the wiring is ok, the water level pressure switch is to be replaced. |
| F3 E2 | Temperature sensor issue | Unplug the washing machine and inspect the wiring connected to the temperature sensor. Reconnect the loose wires. If the wiring is sound, you have to replace the temperature sensor. |
| F5 E1 | Door switch issue | Inspect the door lock/switch and replace it, if it appears to be defective. |
| F6 E2 / F6 E3 | Communication error between the control board and the user interface control. | Inspect the wire harness between the main control board and the user interface control. Any loose wires need to be reconnected. If the wire harness is damaged, replace it. |
Whirlpool Error Codes
| Error code | Issue | What to do |
|---|
| Int | The cycle is cancelled or paused | Press the pause button or the cancel button twice and the power button once. If the error code is still showing up, unplug the washing machine for one minute. |
| rL / F34 | There are found within the clean washer cycle. | Any items need to be removed from the drum. Restart the clean washer cycle. |
| Sud / Sd | Sud / Sd
Excessive suds | Use only the high efficiency detergent. Also check the drain hose for the kinks and restrictions. |
| F8 E2 | Dispenser System issue | Make sure the detergent drawer or detergent cartridge is not plugged up with detergent. Remove the clogged detergent from drawer and cartridge. |
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