When does error E20 occur in a washing machine? Meaning, causes and solutions to the error

When error E20 appears in a washing machine, this clearly indicates problems in the drainage system. During long-term use, the hose, siphon and other elements may become clogged, so they must be cleaned periodically. But there may be other reasons for this error - the most common cases are described in the article.

Main reasons

Unlike the E10 error in the Electrolux washing machine, the E20 code appears not only on the display, but also makes itself known with a sound signal, and it sounds 2 times. Instead of the common designation E20, another code may appear - C2 or E21. This is the same error, the cause of which may be problems associated with different elements of the drain system.

Most often, an Electrolux washing machine shows error E20 if the following elements are clogged:

• drain hose;
• a pump that pumps out water;
• sewer pipe;
• drain pipe.

Less commonly, the same error codes for Electrolux washing machines may appear in a situation where the sensor that measures the liquid level in the tank during washing fails. If it supplies incorrect readings to the board, this will cause the wash to be suspended. In such situations, it is recommended to turn off the unit for a few minutes and then plug in the outlet again.If the failure is one-time, the device will work normally after a reboot.

DIY repair

If the Electrolux washing machine shows error E20, you can fix the problem yourself. To do this, disconnect the unit from the network and then proceed as follows:

1. Remove clothes and drain the water by removing the hose, which is located on the panel at the back.
2. If any errors appear on the Electrolux washing machine, you need to prepare a basin with a rag and remove the drain filter. It can be found on the front panel (first open a small window).
3. When an iE error occurs in a washing machine or other problems, the part must be carefully inspected and, if necessary, cleaned and rinsed.
4. If the filter is clean enough, and the Electrolux washing machine shows error E10 or E20, and water flows freely from the drain hose, the reason is related to the pump or sewer. The siphon must be thoroughly cleaned.
5. If this does not help, clean the drain pump. To do this, remove the panel from the back and dismantle the wires that go to the pump. After dismantling the pump, you need to clean the impeller, because it is in it that lint and other debris can accumulate. When Electrolux error codes appear, the pump is thoroughly cleaned and then put back in place.

Also, when error E10 Electrolux or E20 appears, it is recommended to use a multimeter to evaluate the performance of the drain pump. To do this, the device is switched to resistance measurement mode. If the indicator is about 200 Ohms, then the pump is working normally.

If there is a significant deviation from this value, or if error E20 Electrolux reappears, the element must be replaced.The new pump is installed in the same place, then the parts are assembled and the panel is put back.

In what cases is it better to contact a specialist?

If an E20 Electrolux error occurs, self-repair is not possible in all situations. Sometimes the cause of the breakdown is quite serious, so if you do not have the appropriate skills, it is better to contact a specialist. The most difficult cases include:

1. Damage to the electronic board.
2. Violations on the part of the sensor that monitors the liquid level in the tank.
3. The pressure switch tube is clogged or completely fails.

When error E20 appears, the cause may be due to a system failure of the board. For example, droplets of liquid got on it or there was a sharp voltage surge in the electrical wiring. This leads to burnout, oxidation of contacts, and sometimes to complete failure of the electronics.

These situations can be the most costly to repair. If the unit is very old, it is advisable to buy a new washing machine and disassemble the old one into parts for further sale.

Error E40

Error E40 often occurs in an Electrolux washing machine. It indicates that the mechanism that locks the door after starting the wash cycle has broken down. Along with 40, it can also be denoted by subsequent numbers, for example, 41, 42, 43, etc.

If this code appears for the first time, just follow 2 simple steps:

1. Make sure that the door is closed well enough - it is better to open it and close it again tightly, hearing a click.
2. When error E40 appears in an Electrolux washing machine, you should turn off the device, remove the plug from the outlet, and then plug it back in a few minutes.

If these methods did not help, and the E40 error appears again on the Electrolux washing machine, additional diagnostics and repairs will be required. The most likely cause is mechanical damage or burnout of the device that blocks the door. In this case, the hatch itself closes, but the washing process does not start. Most often, Electrolux will give an error not E40, but E42.

If the designation E43 appears, this indicates a breakdown of the triac that controls the blocking device. Then the door will not block at all, and therefore the washing process will not begin. It is necessary to disassemble the device, diagnose the board and, if necessary, replace burnt or oxidized contacts.

Error E10

Electrolux also shows error E10 quite often. Unlike E20, it talks about problems on the water supply side, not on the water drainage side. There may be several reasons:

• there is no pressure in the water supply;
• the hose is pinched or pinched;
• error E10 in the washing machine also appears due to a clogged mesh filter with which the fill valve is equipped;
• the tap on the cold pipe that supplies water is closed;
• Also, an E10 error in an Electrolux washing machine occurs when water randomly drains due to improper installation of the unit;
• finally, the Electrolux washing machine shows error e10 and against the background of a failure in the electronic control board - then the device needs to be disconnected from the network for a few minutes, then turned on again and checked how it works.

Thus, in most cases, repairs when error E20 or other codes appear can be organized at home.But if there is no clear understanding of the cause, fixing the problem on your own is risky, since illiterate actions can lead to more serious problems. In such cases, it is recommended to seek the help of a qualified technician.