Electrolux washer diagnostic mode displays the most recent error codes (up to 4-5 stored faults) at specific knob positions, typically Position 9 or 11, depending on model series like EWF or EW6F. These codes match runtime errors but include timestamps and frequency counts for patterns [ from prior].
How Codes Appear in Diagnostics
Rotate knob to Position 9 (or labeled "Error" step)—display shows E followed by two digits (e.g., E20) for 1-2 minutes per code [ prior].
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Sequence: Most recent first (E20 → E10 → E40 → cleared codes as "--").
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LED Models: Flashing lights or segments encode numbers (manual charts needed).
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Clear History: Hold Start + adjacent button during error step.
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Exit: Knob to OFF + power cycle.
Common codes seen here mirror runtime faults but persist post-reset, indicating intermittent issues [ prior].
Top 5 Codes in Diagnostic History
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E20 (Drain Fault) - Stored 60% of service calls; pump/filter debris logged repeatedly if uncleared [ prior].
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E10/E11 (Inlet/No Fill) - Low pressure or clogged screens; appears with E12 during rinse-only fails.
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E50 (Motor/Tacho) - Unbalance + brush wear; frequency >3x signals inverter pending failure.
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EF5 (Load Imbalance) - Overload pattern; clusters with E50 on heavy towels/sheets.
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E40 (Door Lock) - Strike wear; single instances often transient from slams.
| Position | Display Info | Common Code | Clear Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Last 4 Errors | E20/E10 | Hold Start 5s |
| 10 | Software Ver. (e.g., 211) | N/A | Auto advance |
| 11 | Lifetime Cycles/Faults | E50 count | Power cycle to reset |
Interpreting Stored vs. Live Codes
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Repeated Codes: Hardware failure (e.g., E20 x5 = pump replace).
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Alternating (E10/E20): Wiring harness rub-through.
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Old Cleared Codes: "--" or "00" means resolved; ignore unless recurring.
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No Codes: Normal operation—advance to load tests (Pos 1-8).
Diagnostic Flow After Codes
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Note all codes + order.
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Test related loads: E20 → drain pump (Pos 3, hum/spin check).
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Exit, run normal cycle—if code reappears, root cause confirmed.
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Lifetime stats (Pos 11): >5,000 cycles + E50 = brushes/motor.
Use this history to skip generic resets—e.g., persistent E20 despite clean filter means pump ohms test next. Service manuals list full code banks per model (download via serial lookup).
