Westinghouse Household Appliance Error Codes

Complete diagnostic guide for Westinghouse household appliances in Australia including washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, and refrigerators.

Washing Machine Error Codes

Error codes for Westinghouse washing machines including water inlet, drainage, door lock, motor, and water leak issues.

Error Code	Meaning	Possible Causes	Solutions
E10 / F1	Water inlet problem	Water tap closed or not fully open Inlet hose kinked or blocked Faulty inlet valve Low water pressure Inlet filter blocked	Check that the water tap is fully open Inspect the inlet hose for kinks or blockages Clean the inlet filter if accessible Check water pressure in your home Test the inlet valve and replace if faulty Ensure the inlet hose is properly connected
E11 / E12 / E22	Water inlet difficulties during washing	Water tap closed or low water pressure Drain hose incorrectly positioned Faulty solenoid valve Leaks in water circuit of pressure switch Faulty pressure switch Faulty wiring Faulty main board	Check that the water tap is fully open Check water pressure in your home Reposition the drain hose correctly Test the solenoid valve and replace if faulty Check the pressure switch for leaks or blockages Test the pressure switch and replace if faulty Inspect wiring connections Contact a qualified technician for main board issues Note: The wash cycle will be interrupted and the door will remain locked
E13	Water leak detected	Drain hose incorrectly positioned Low water pressure Faulty solenoid valve Leaks or blockages in water circuit of pressure switch Faulty pressure switch	Reposition the drain hose correctly Check water pressure in your home Test the solenoid valve and replace if faulty Check the pressure switch for leaks or blockages Test the pressure switch and replace if faulty Inspect for any visible leaks
E20 / F18	Drainage problem	Drain filter blocked Drain hose kinked or blocked Faulty drain pump Drain hose positioned too high Blockage in drain system	Clean the drain filter located at the front bottom of the machine Check the drain hose for kinks or blockages Ensure the drain hose is positioned correctly Test the drain pump and replace if faulty Remove any blockages from the drain system
E40 / F34	Door lock not recognized	Door not properly closed Faulty door lock mechanism Door lock sensor malfunction Electrical connection issue	Ensure the door is fully closed and latched Check the door lock mechanism for damage Test the door lock sensor Inspect electrical connections to the door lock Replace the door lock assembly if faulty
E50 / F43	Motor problem or unbalance detected	Motor overload Faulty motor Motor capacitor problem Belt issue Uneven load distribution	Reduce the load size Redistribute the load evenly in the drum Check the motor for proper operation Test the motor capacitor Inspect the drive belt for damage Replace faulty components as needed Contact a qualified technician

Refrigerator Error Codes

Error codes for Westinghouse refrigerators including temperature sensor, defrost system, and ice maker issues.

Error Code	Meaning	Possible Causes	Solutions
E0	No error	Normal operation	No action required - this indicates normal operation
E1	Evaporator sensor defective	Faulty evaporator temperature sensor Sensor wiring problem Control board malfunction	Check the evaporator temperature sensor connections Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the evaporator temperature sensor if faulty Check the control board for error codes
E2	Room temperature sensor defective (at display board)	Faulty room temperature sensor at display board Sensor wiring problem Display board malfunction	Check the room temperature sensor connections at the display board Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the sensor if faulty Check the display board for error codes
E4	Room temperature sensor defective (at power board)	Faulty room temperature sensor at power board Sensor wiring problem Power board malfunction	Check the room temperature sensor connections at the power board Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the sensor if faulty Check the power board for error codes
E5	0-degree compartment sensor defective	Faulty 0-degree compartment temperature sensor Sensor wiring problem Control board error	Check the 0-degree compartment temperature sensor connections Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the sensor if faulty Check the control board for error codes
Er	IM/RAM error	Connection problem between ice maker board and main control board Faulty ice maker board Main control board error	Check the connections at the ice maker board Check the connections at the main control board Test both boards Replace faulty components as needed
t3	TH3 sensor error (open or short circuit)	Faulty TH3 sensor Sensor wiring open or short circuit Control board error	Check the TH3 sensor connections Test the sensor for open or short circuit Replace the TH3 sensor if faulty Check the control board for error codes

Oven Error Codes

Error codes for Westinghouse ovens including electronic errors, sensor issues, door lock problems, and overheating.

Error Code	Meaning	Possible Causes	Solutions
F1E1	Electronic error in ACU assembly	Faulty ACU (Appliance Control Unit) assembly Control board error Electronic system malfunction	Press the ON/OFF button and start any cooking program for 20-30 minutes If the error persists, contact customer service Check the ACU assembly Contact a qualified technician
F1EA	Product overheating	Oven overheating Thermal protection triggered Ventilation blocked	Wait until the appliance has cooled down Check for blocked ventilation If the error persists, contact customer service
F2E1	Error in HMI/keypad/display area	Faulty HMI (Human Machine Interface) Keypad malfunction Display error	Contact customer service - service only Check the HMI connections Test the keypad and display
F3E0	Main oven sensor error	Faulty main oven temperature sensor Sensor wiring problem Control board error	Contact customer service - service only Check the main oven sensor connections Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the sensor if faulty
F3E3	Meat probe sensor error	Faulty meat probe sensor Sensor wiring problem Control board error	Contact customer service - service only Check the meat probe sensor connections Test the sensor Replace the sensor if faulty
F4E1	Resistance temperature sensor stuck	Resistance temperature sensor stuck Sensor malfunction	Press the ON/OFF button and leave the food in the oven Then restart the function If the error persists, contact customer service
F5E0	Main door and lock switch do not match	Door lock switch mismatch Door not properly closed Lock mechanism problem	Switch the appliance off, wait more than 3 seconds and switch it back on Ensure the door is properly closed If the error persists, contact customer service
F5E1	Main door lock motor error	Faulty main door lock motor Motor wiring problem Control board error	Switch the appliance off, wait more than 3 seconds and switch it back on If the error persists, contact customer service Check the door lock motor Test the motor and replace if faulty
F6E1	Communication error between ACU and HMI	Communication failure between ACU and HMI Wiring problem Control board error	Contact customer service - service only Check the connections between ACU and HMI Test both boards
FBE1	Main cooking compartment overheating	Main cooking compartment overheating Thermal protection triggered	Open the door and let the appliance cool down Check for blocked ventilation Wait for the oven to cool before using again

Dishwasher Error Codes

Error codes for Westinghouse dishwashers including water inlet, drainage, heating, and filter issues.

Error Code	Meaning	Possible Causes	Solutions
E01	Water inlet problem	Water tap closed or not fully open Inlet hose kinked or blocked Faulty inlet valve Low water pressure	Check that the water tap is fully open Inspect the inlet hose for kinks or blockages Test the inlet valve and replace if faulty Check water pressure in your home Ensure the inlet hose is properly connected
E02	Drainage problem	Drain hose kinked or blocked Filter blocked or dirty Drain pump faulty Drain hose positioned incorrectly	Check the drain hose for kinks or blockages Clean the filter in the bottom of the dishwasher Ensure the drain hose is positioned correctly Test the drain pump and replace if faulty Remove any food particles or debris from the drain system
E03	Heating problem	Faulty heating element Heating element wiring problem Control board relay issue	Check the heating element for continuity Inspect wiring connections to the heating element Test the control board relay Replace the heating element if faulty Contact a qualified technician
E04	Temperature sensor error	Faulty temperature sensor Sensor wiring problem Control board error	Check the temperature sensor connections Test the sensor with a multimeter Replace the temperature sensor if faulty Check the control board for error codes

Dryer Error Codes

Error codes for Westinghouse dryers including lint filter, heating element, motor, and airflow issues.

Error Code	Meaning	Possible Causes	Solutions
E01	Lint filter full	Lint filter not cleaned regularly Excessive lint accumulation	Remove the lint filter Clean the lint filter thoroughly Reinsert the lint filter properly Clean the lint filter after each use
E02	Heating element error	Faulty heating element Heating element wiring problem Thermal fuse blown	Check the heating element for continuity Test the thermal fuse and replace if blown Inspect electrical connections to the heating element Replace the heating element if faulty Contact a qualified technician
E03	Motor error	Faulty motor Motor capacitor problem Belt issue	Check the motor for proper operation Test the motor capacitor Inspect the drive belt for damage Replace faulty components as needed Contact a qualified technician
E04	Airflow obstruction	Blocked ventilation Lint filter full Blocked exhaust vent Restricted airflow	Clean the lint filter thoroughly Check the exhaust vent for blockages Ensure proper ventilation around the dryer Remove any obstructions from the airflow path

Need More Help?

If you're experiencing issues with your Westinghouse appliance that aren't covered by these error codes, or if the solutions provided don't resolve your problem, we recommend:

Consulting your Westinghouse appliance user manual for model-specific information
Contacting Westinghouse customer service in Australia at 13 13 49 for technical support (Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM AEST)
Emailing customercare@electrolux.com.au for assistance
Seeking assistance from a qualified appliance repair technician
Checking for warranty coverage if your appliance is still under warranty

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