GE PFWS4600L0 - Error Code Troubleshooting: E10-E21

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Error Code Description Action
E10 Motor
Comm Interface
Communication
Problem Between Main
Control and Inverter
• Check integrity of wiring and connections between main
control and inverter.
• Clear error code and run a cycle.
• If fault persists and reappears, replace the main control.
E11 Door Lock
E12 Door Unlock
E13 Door Open
E28 Unexpected
Door Lock Assembly
Problems
• Check integrity of wiring and connections between main
control and Door Lock mechanism.
• Investigate Door Lock mechanism; check door
microswitch operation, lock and unlock solenoid
continuity and contact integrity; replace Door Lock
mechanism if necessary.
IF ABOVE STEPS DO NOT CLEAR THE PROBLEM:
• Replace the main control.
E14 Overfl ow
Error
Overfl ow level was
reached.
• Check valve for any signs of leaks.
• Check integrity of Water Level Sensor. Replace if
necessary.
E15 Open Circuit Open circuit in any of
three motor phases
detected.
No speed info present
and bridge will be
turned off immediately.
Motor will coast down.
Drive will preserve non-
zero speed info during
the stop check stage.
• Check integrity of wire connections between the inverter
and the motor.
• Clear fault and run cycle. If fault persists and reappears,
replace the inverter.
E16 Over Trip
E18 Heatsink
Over Temp
E19 Motor Over
Temp
E20 Overload
Current
E21 Overload
Power
Inverter operation
above design limits.
• Ensure all 4 shipping bolts have been properly removed.
• Remove all foreign objects that may be lodged between
inner and outer baskets.
• Look for signs of seized bearing(s) on basket and drum
motor. Replace components as necessary.
• Inspect condition and mounting of door gasket. Replace
and re-mount as necessary.
• Ensure inner basket (drum) can rotate freely.
IF ABOVE STEPS DO NOT CLEAR THE PROBLEM:
• Replace inverter or motor.
Door Unlock
Detected