Are you tired of seeing error codes on your Electrolux dryer and not knowing how to fix them? Here are the steps you need to take to fix those Electrolux dryer error codes. In this post, we will discuss all the Electrolux dryer error codes and provide troubleshooting tips to help you get your dryer back up and running.
This guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to diagnose and fix any problem that may arise with your Electrolux dryer. So, let’s dive in and tackle those error codes head-on!
Electrolux Dryer Error Codes Explained!
Remember to always unplug the dryer and exercise caution when attempting any repairs.
E21: Error due to water draining timeout
The dryer is not able to drain water. This error occurs due to disconnected wiring, a blocked float micro-switch or reed switch, a damaged condensation pump, or a faulty main board.
Related error code:
- E22: Error indicating an open or shorted condensation pump TRIAC
Solutions:
- Examine the wiring harness between the float switch and main board, as well as the wiring harness between the condensation pump and main board.
- Make sure to also clear any lint from the tank sensing mechanism to prevent any interference.
- Test the resistance of the condensation pump using a multimeter.
| Electric part name | Ohmic value |
|---|---|
| Condensation pump | 219 Ω @ 120 Vac | 764 Ω @ 220 Vac |
- If the error code persists, it may be necessary to replace the main board.
E31: Error indicating high moisture sensor value
The moisture sensor reads that the clothes are too wet. This error occurs due to faulty wiring, a faulty moisture sensor, a faulty main board, or when you put very wet clothes inside the dryer.
Related error code:
- E32: Error indicating low moisture sensor value
Solutions:
- Ensure that the spin speed of your washing machine is set between 600 and 900 RPM before starting the cycle.
- Make sure that the sensor connectors are securely and accurately connected.
- It’s also important to check the moisture sensor to confirm that it is functioning correctly.
- Inspect the main board for any potential malfunctions.
E41: Error due to the door opening timeout
Related error codes:
- E42: Error due to the door closing timeout.
- E45: Error indicating a problem with the door lock.
Causes:
- Dryer overloading
- A bad wiring harnesses
- Faulty dryer door switch
- Faulty main board
Solutions:
- Check the wiring harness, door switch, and main board.
- Check the door switch.
- Ensure that the door switch is receiving +12 volts; if not, replace the main board.
E51: Error due to the motor relay malfunction
Related error codes:
- E52: Error due to the motor overheating
- E53: Error due to motor start sensing malfunction
- E54: Error indicating a jammed motor
- E55: Error due to a safety issue with the motor inverter board.
- E57: Error due to too much current (15A) drawn by the inverter.
- E58: Error due to too much current (4.5A) drawn by the inverter.
- E59: Error indicating a lack of signal from the tachometric generator for 3 seconds
Causes:
- Overloading the dryer can lead to issues, as can mechanical blockages caused by problems like bad drum bearings, broken belts, or deformed drums.
- Faulty wiring or a defective motor centrifugal switch can also cause problems, as can a motor short circuit to ground or electrical noise.
- It is also important to check the line safety relay and the motor relay for any signs of malfunction.
- Faulty main board
Solutions:
- To resolve the issue, start by removing the laundry from the dryer and checking to see if the drum turns freely; if it does not,
- It may be necessary to check and/or replace components such as the idler pulley, belt, motor shaft, tension arm, drum roller, or drum bearing.
- Inspect the wiring harness for any signs of damage or wear.
- Test the centrifugal switch using a multimeter.
- Check the asynchronous motor resistance, Tacho generator, and capacitor using an ohmmeter if you have a single-phase module.
| Electric part name | Main winding ohmic value | Aux. winding ohmic value | Capacitance value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asy. motor | ~ 20 Ω @ 220 Vac | ~ 23 Ω @ 220 Vac | – |
| Capacitor | – | – | ~ 6 μF |
- For an inverter module, check the BLDC motor resistance using an ohmmeter.
| Electric part name | Ohmic value between U, V and W |
|---|---|
| BLDC motor | ~ 20 Ω |
- If the error code persists, it may be necessary to replace the main board.
E5A: Error due to IGBT overheating
Related error codes:
- E5H: Error indicating input voltage lower than 175 V.
- E5C: Error indicating input voltage beyond 430 V.
- E5D: Error indicating data transfer malfunction between the inverter and main board
- E5E: Error indicating communication malfunction between the inverter and main board
- E5F: Error indicating the inverter board’s inability to start the motor.
Causes:
- Overloading the dryer can sometimes cause issues.
- faulty inverter board or main board.
Solutions:
- Allow the dryer to cool down for at least 20 minutes.
- Next, check the wiring harness between the inverter board and main board for any signs of damage or wear.
- If the error code persists, it may be necessary to replace the inverter board.
- If the issue still persists after replacing the inverter board, you should consider replacing the main board.
E61: Error due to a stuck open or closed heater relay.
The heater relay is a switch that turns the heater element on and off in the dryer. If the relay is stuck open or closed, the heater will not be able to turn on or off properly.
Related error codes for condenser dryers:
- E62: Error indicating a short-circuited heater
- E63: Error indicating an open-circuited heating element
- E64: Error indicating a faulty heating timeout
Related error codes for heat pump dryers:
- E61: Error due to a stuck open or closed compressor relay.
- E62: Error indicating a short-circuited compressor
- E63: Error indicating an open-circuited compressor
- E64: Error indicating a faulty compressor timeout.
Causes:
- Clogged lint filter screen.
- Damaged wiring harness.
- Faulty high-limit.
- Faulty heater assembly.
- Broken blower wheel.
- Faulty main board
Solutions for condenser dryers:
- Clean the lint filter.
- Clean the filter condenser.
- Check the wiring harness connection.
- Check the heating elements and high-limit resistance with a multimeter.
| Electric part name | Ohmic value |
|---|---|
| Heater Assy. | ~ 27 Ω @ 220 Vac |
| High-limit | 87°C | 190°F @ 0.1 – 1.2 Ω |
- If an error still occurs, consider replacing the main board.
Solutions for heat pump dryers:
- Clean the lint filter.
- Clean the condenser and/or evaporator.
- Check the wiring harness connection.
- Check the compressor cooling fan.
- Check the compressor and thermistor resistance with a multimeter.
| Electric part name | Main winding ohmic value | Aux. winding ohmic value | Capacitance value | Ohmic value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compressor | ~ 7 Ω @ 220 Vac | ~ 6 Ω @ 220 Vac | – | – |
| Capacitor | – | – | 18 µF | – |
| OLP | – | – | – | 0.1 – 1.2 Ω |
| Thermistor | – | – | – | 20°C | 68°F @ 6,2 KΩ |
- If an error still occurs, consider replacing the main board.
E71: Error due to a malfunctioning drying NTC 1
Related error code:
- E72: Error due to a malfunctioning NTC 2
Causes:
- Bad wiring.
- Faulty NTC.
- Faulty main board
Solutions:
- Check the wiring harness between the sensor and main board.
- Check the sensor resistance using your multimeter.
| Electric part name | Ohmic value |
|---|---|
| Inlet NTC sensor | 6,2 KΩ @ 20°C | 68°F |
| Outlet NTC sensor | 6,2 KΩ @ 20°C | 68°F |
- Check and replace, if necessary, the main board.
E83: Error indicating an incorrect selector dial position
Related error codes:
- E86: Error indicating an incorrect selector configuration.
- E87: Error indicating a self-diagnosis malfunction in the user interface and main board
Cause:
- Faulty user interface board
Solution:
- Replace the UI board.
E91: Error indicating a communication malfunction with the user interface board
Related error codes:
- E92: Error indicating an inconsistent user interface board
- E93: Error indicating an MCF checksum malfunction.
- E94: Error indicating a CCF checksum malfunction.
- E97: Error indicating a missing program on CTF
- E98: Error indicating an inconsistent inverter board protocol
- E9C: Error indicating a user interface checksum malfunction.
- E9E: Error indicating stuck buttons.
Causes:
- Faulty wiring.
- Faulty user interface board
- Faulty main board
Solutions:
- Check the wiring between the main board and the user interface board.
- Check the user interface and replace it if necessary.
- If an error occurs, consider replacing the main board.
EH1: Error indicating power supply frequency out of range
Related error codes:
- EH2: Error indicating power supply voltage out of range.
- EH3: Error indicating power supply voltage out of range.
- EH4: Error indicating a problem with the zero-watt relay
- EHD: Error indicating current leakage.
- EHE: Error indicating a safety line malfunction.
- EHF: Error due to safety line timeout.
- EF6: Error indicating a microprocessor safety reset malfunction
Causes:
- Power supply problems.
- Faulty wiring.
- Faulty main board.
Solutions:
- Allow the dryer to cool down for 20 minutes.
- Inspect the power supply to ensure that it is within the proper range.
- Check the wiring harness for any signs of damage or wear.
- If the error code persists, it may be necessary to replace the main board.
Conclusion
Understanding the error codes that your Electrolux dryer displays can be the key to resolving any issues that you may encounter.
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