Error e20 in the washing machine "Electrolux"

The most common mistake that occurs during the operation of Electrolux washing machines is e20. Experts associate it with the problems that arose in the drainage system, on which already drained water flows. Before you start repairing the device, you need to figure out why the e20 error occurs in the "Electrolux" washing machine. In this article, we will examine in detail all the stages of checking parts that could cause such a malfunction.

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For what reasons does the Electrolux washing machine generate an e20 error?

To begin with, remember the last time you cleaned your machine, and if it was more than two years ago, then most likely the cause of the breakdown lies in the clogging of the drain.

Important! People who always follow the rules for using household appliances using powder,water softeners for washing machinesair conditioners never run into such problems. Otherwise, your favorite Electrolux washing machine will make you nervous.

Error e20 occurs in the following cases:

1. The pipe or drain hose is clogged.
2. The drain pump is broken or clogged.
3. There is a problem with the level sensor or the wires are burnt out.
4. The electronic module is out of order.

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How to fix the e20 error yourself?

1. First, turn off the washing machine.
2. Then drain the water from the drum directly through the drain hose - for this it will have to be disconnected from the sewer.

Important! At the same time, watch carefully if the water flows easily, then most likely a blockage has formed in the sewer. You will need to clean the pump or siphon.

3. When all the water has drained, you will need to take out all the laundry and continue to troubleshoot.

If there is no blockage when checking the sewage system, then you need to check the filter and the drain pump:

1. First unscrew the filter and pull it out.
2. Then rinse thoroughly under running water.

But with the pump it will be more difficult, because it is hidden in the cars of this brand behind the back wall. We perform the following steps so that the e20 error in the Electrolux washing machine does not bother you anymore:

1. Unscrew the bolts from the back wall to remove it.
2. Removes an already unscrewed surface.
3. Disconnect the wires connecting the pressure switch to the pump.
4. We unscrew the bolt located at the bottom of the device holding the pump.
5. Carefully unclip the clamps on the nozzle and drain hose.
6. We take out the pump.
7. After disconnecting the pump, separate the nozzle from the tank.
8. Inspect it from all sides, rinse under running water. Using a special cable, clean the drain hose.

In a separate article you will find siphon cleaning instructions.

And finally, proceed to the pump.

Features of cleansing the pump

To clean it thoroughly, unscrew the cover from the top and carefully check the impeller. She often wraps herself in wool, hair and thread. We select all rubbish and wipe it dry.

A multimeter will help in checking the pump - you need to attach its probes to the pump and see what the resistance of the winding will be. If it is less than 200 ohms, you will have to buy and install a new pump.

If the error arose precisely because of the breakdown of the pump, then after reinstalling the device, it should work normally.

Important! If you are first disassembling your washing machine, then be sure to photograph each stage of disassembly, so that then everything can be put back correctly.

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Troubleshooting the pressure switch, wiring, and electronic module

You need to check further the operability of the wiring and the pressure switch, which connect the water level sensor to the electronic board and pump. You all carefully examined and did not find any breakdowns, but the error e20 remains? Then you need to start checking electronic module.

Important! This process will take a lot of time and effort, because the work ahead is serious and painstaking, not even many experts agree on it. More often, boards are simply replaced, not repaired. But you should not be afraid, because such errors occur very rarely.

The main thing is not to rush when you find that the error e20 is displayed. “Electrolux” is a brand, produced by which the equipment quite often gives such errors, but usually they are easily fixable.

Important! Inspection is best done from the simplest to the most difficult. You do not need to immediately begin to disassemble the unit, perhaps the cause of the malfunction is not as serious as you think.

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The most common error codes of modern washing machines

Next, we look at an example of the most popular automatic washing devices in our time, which errors may still occur and what to do in such situations.

Errors in the Ariston and Indesit washing machines

All models of units of these brands, released after 2000, are equipped with a device for indicating errors. Thanks to the electronic module, the device is able to independently determine and report what the problem is. Depending on the year the machine was manufactured, they all report errors in their own way.

Important! The very first electronic models in such cases begin to give a signal, which is reflected in the form of flashes on the power indicator. Blinking occurs at a certain interval, and it is precisely their number that reports the number of the error that occurred. In more modern models, a fault code can be determined by a combination of indicators flashing on the panel.

The most popular errors in the Ariston and Indesit models:

1. F01 - means that a short has occurred in the motor control circuit.
2. F02 - the controller stopped receiving a signal about the motor.
3. F03 - the temperature sensor or the TEN relay is broken.
4. F04 - problems with the pressure switch.
5. F05 - the pump has stopped functioning or there is no signal that the drum is empty.
6. F06 - There was a problem with the buttons.
7. F07 - the element for heating water was not lowered into it.
8. F08 - The water sensor reports an overflow or an empty tank.
9. F09 - system failure.
10. F10 - Water for washing is not enough.
11. F11 - the remote control does not receive a signal about the operation of the pump, most likely it is broken.

Most popular service errors in Siemens and Bosch devices

If you decide to buy a washing machine of one of these brands, then it will not hurt you to find out what kind of malfunctions often occur in them, and how to fix them yourself. These include the following codes:

1. F01 - the drum door is not tightly closed. To fix the problem, you need to check whether the door is closed and place the laundry in the hatch again so that nothing is pinched by the door.
2. F02 - water does not enter the tank. It is necessary to check whether the tap through which the water enters is open, if the hose is not clamped or kinked. Also, an error may occur due to insufficient water pressure or clogging in the filter, which can be eliminated independently - just remove the hose and clean it.
3. F03 - the drain pump is broken, namely, debris or other objects accidentally fall into the hose. It is easy to clean it according to the instructions from the manufacturer. You can also contact our drain pump cleaning instructions.
4. F04 - water spilled onto the floor or flowed out into the pan.To fix this defect, you have to call the wizard.

The most common errors in Electrolux and Zanussi devices

Error e20 in the washing machine “Electrolux”, unfortunately, is not the only problem that may arise with models of equipment of this manufacturer, as well as its counterpart - “Zanussi”. Here are the most popular errors:

1. E10 - water has ceased to be supplied to the device. To solve the problem, it is necessary to open the tap, from where the water comes from the water supply system, then check that it starts to flow. You also need to check the condition of the hose through which the water flows - it may have broken and bent in some place. Or maybe a blockage has formed inside it or garbage has accumulated in the filter located at the entrance.
2. EF0 - the Electrolux washing machine suddenly stopped draining water. Error e20 is characterized by the same cause of failure, and in order to resume operation of the unit, it is necessary to check the operation of the drain hose and pump.
3. E40 - loading door is not closed. Try closing it again and packing it carefully so that nothing gets stuck between the door and the tank.
4. E90 - one or more parts of the electronics failed. Try turning off the device and selecting the desired program again and turning it on again. If the error occurs again, you will have to resort to the help of a specialist.

Important! Often there are still problems with the heater due to the fact that the water in the water supply is of poor quality. This situation can be prevented by setting good water filters.

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Now you understand more why the error e20 appeared in the “Electrolux” washing machine, what other codes are indicated to you on the equipment of this and other brands, and what to do with these troubles in order to restore the operation of the equipment and not to bother yourself with hand washing.