Washer Problem Rule

What is Washing Machine Error Code

Finding the right Washing Machine Error Code for your model can be quite a task as the codes vary quite a lot between manufacturers.
Typically your codes would be A1 through A12 or E1 through E14.
To try and list all the error codes would be such a task to undertake I wouldn’t get time to do anything else.

So let’s just take some examples of the most common washing machine error codes and try and decipher what they mean and how we go about fixing them.

OK I’m going to take the most obvious Error Code E1.
This is possibly one of the most easiest codes to fix. In most washing machines this code E1 referrs to time out on fill.

Simply put this would mean that the water solenoid valve has failed. Although the inlet valve might still be energised it might not be taking water in.
This is probably because the valve plunger has stuck due to limescale build up or just general wear.

One thing to remember is, if your machine gives an error code E1 or in the case of washing machines with out a display a beep or flashing light, it may not necesserily be the inlet solenoid that is at fault. Over looking the obvious thing here could prove costly so always check that the water is turned on fully don’t just look at the isolating valve and assume you have good water flow, check it physically.

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Whirlpool/Sears Kenmore Family fridge & Fridge Restore Guide book

This manual is great source of information for the Whirlpool Family of Refrigerators including the Sears Kenmore(model# starting with 106.) KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, and the Costco/Sams Club Kirkland.

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How To Trouble Shoot Your Hot Water Dispenser

No power

Residential under-the-counter hot water dispensers plug into a standard wall socket, where there should be electricity at all times. To check the socket to be sure it's okay, plug something else (like a nightlight) into the socket. If there's no power to the socket, check the house fuses or circuit breakers, or have a qualified electrician find and repair the problem.

Overload switch

If the wall socket has power, check to see if there's an overload switch on the hot water dispenser housing. If there is, reset the switch (usually by pressing it in), wait 15 minutes, then try the tap and see if the water coming out is hot. If there's no overload switch, there may be an internal fuse on the unit. To see that, you need to remove screws and a panel.
Heating element
If there's no overload switch--or if the unit still doesn't heat--the heating element may be burned out. If so, it may be replaceable. Check with the manufacturer for repair or replacement instructions.

The faucet leaks hot water

A little hot water leaking from the faucet from time to time is normal. Water increases in volume as it heats, so a small amount of water may drip from the faucet to relieve the pressure inside the water tank under the sink.
If the leak is continuous, though, the shut-off valve needs to be repaired. That usually requires the help of a qualified appliance repair technician.
The water is way too hot!
The temperature control on residential hot-water dispensers is normally factory-set. But you can usually set it to a different temperature. Consult your owner's manual to learn how to set yours.

The water pressure is poor

The amount of water coming from the hot water dispenser is primarily determined by the amount of water entering the tank below. If the water flow is unusually slow, though, the incoming water may be obstructed--either a valve isn't open all the way, or there's something blocking the tank output or the faucet.

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