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Before using this section please understand that fault or error codes are used as a diagnostic aid, they are not a replacement for diagnostic skill on the part of the person repairing the product and are not in any way usually going to point to the precise component that is faulty. All they do is give you an idea of where to start looking for the fault.
Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine AquaSmart Top-Load Model Error Codes
These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine AquaSmart Top-Load Model.
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21, 26, 27, 49, 50 or 246
Water inlet valve failure
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and reconnect any loose wires on the water inlet valve assembly. Replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wiring connections are okay, measure the resistance of the water inlet valves using a volt/ohm meter. If the resistance of each water inlet valve is not 61 ohms, replace the water inlet valve assembly.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
38 or 39
Water level pressure transducer air tube failure
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and reconnect the water level pressure switch air tube. Replace the air tube if damaged.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
58 or 68
Water level pressure transducer failure
- Issue:
- The water level pressure transducer is incorporated into the motor control module. Unplug the washer and replace the motor control module.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
10, 41 or 237
Thermistor (water temperature sensor) failure
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and reconnect any loose wires in the thermistor circuit. Replace the wire harness if damaged. Measure the thermistor resistance using a volt/ohm meter. Replace the thermistor if resistance is not 12.5K ohms at 68 degrees F.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
1, 57, 60, 107, 108, 112, 133, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 230, 232, 233, 236, 241, 243, 252 or 254
Motor control module failure
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and replace the motor control module.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
45, 46, 103, 104, 105, 106 or 241
Display module failure
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and replace the display module.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
234, 235, 238, or 239
Lid lock is defective
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and reconnect any loose wires on the lid lock assembly. Replace the wire harness if damaged. Measure the resistance of the lid lock using a volt/ohm meter. If the resistance isn't 63 ohms, replace the lid lock assembly. If the resistance is correct, replace the motor control module.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
40, 56, or 160
Spin basket is not engaging or disengaging from the clutch
- Issue:
- The spin basket must be able to rise and fall with the water level to engage and disengage from the clutch. Unplug the washer and pull out the spin basket. Remove any foreign objects between the spin basket and the tub that could be interfering with spin basket clutch engagement. Replace any damaged drive components.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
136 or 137
Motor not running
- Issue:
- Unplug the washer and rotate the spin basket. If the spin basket doesn’t rotate freely, remove any foreign objects between the spin basket and the tub. If the spin basket rotates freely, replace the drive motor because the motor is likely defective. If the problem persists, replace the motor control module.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
37, 114, 245, 247, 248, 249, 250 or 253
Water not draining
- Issue:
- Remove any clogs from the house drain for the washer. Remove any clogs or kinks from the washer drain hose. Unplug the washer and check the drain pump for a clog. If the drain pump is defective, replace it.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Repairs in London.
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