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In this Frigidaire washing machine repair guide, we shall look at how to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine when it starts acting up (suggested fixes for different problems)
So follow the instructions if you’re looking to repair your Frigidaire washing machine, if it has just malfunctioned.
How to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine (Comprehensive Frigidaire washing machine repair guide for common Frigidaire washing machine issues)
Frigidaire washing machine not spinning (or Frigidaire washing machine not spinning fast)
When it comes to the Frigidaire washing machine won’t spin problem:
First, double check that the lid is fully closed..the lid being open often causes the fault.
Besides, there’s a chance the load is not balanced, re-arrange items to enable faultless spinning
Frigidaire washing machine not spin drying
If the load is excessively wet after spin, then:
- Verify that the machine is not overloaded(stop overloading washer)
- There’s a chance the load is not balanced, re-arrange items to enable faultless spinning
- In addition, could it be that the drain hose is blocked/kinked? Clear any obstructions and Straighten out the drain hose.
Frigidaire washing machine not draining or spinning / Frigidaire washing machine won’t drain (or is draining slowly)
For the issue of Frigidaire washing machine not draining, you can try the following repairs:
Fix 1:
Unclog drain hose- could be clogged.
Fix 2:
Clean and then make the drain hose straight…the malfunction might be caused by kinked/clogged drain hose.
Fix 3:
Perhaps there’s a leak in its drain hose- The best solution is to replace drain hose. (You can attempt to seal the leakage using local materials, if it’s possible)
Fix 4:
Check the height of the stand pipe(ensure it’s as per installation recommendations)
Fix 5:
You have a failed drain pump- replace it(view prices)
Frigidaire washing machine won’t spin or drain (does none)
Fix 1:
The spin and drain cycles can fail to begin if lidlock is defective(or bypassed). Replace Lid lock
How to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine (troubleshooting a Frigidaire washing machine) continued
Frigidaire washing machine not starting (Frigidaire washing machine won’t turn on) / Frigidaire washing machine stopped working
If your Frigidaire washing machine won’t start:
- Check if the lid is open-You want to close your washer’s lid because it cannot start when its lid is not shut.
- Next, check the electrical power cord. It might not be properly plugged in or the connection could be loose.
- Third, check if either the house fuse is blown, or the circuit breaker has tripped. Also, verify there’s no power outage.
- Depending on your findings, reset the circuit breaker or swap the bad fuse(Do not change fuse capacity).
Now, If the fuse fried due to a circuit overload, call in a licensed electrician to diagnose the problem further.
Otherwise:
Make sure the water supply faucets have been turned on(it could be refusing to start because there’s no water flowing into it).
Check the motor– If the motor overheated, it will stop the machine. Feel if it’s so heated and wait for it to cool down completely before making another attempt to restart the washer
Frigidaire washing machine not filling with water
If your Frigidaire washing machine won’t fill with water (or water enters slowly):
- Close the washer lid properly– it could be the root cause(These washers will have myriad faults if the lid isn’t closed)
- Have water supply(in your house/area) fixed– It might even be that water supply is inadequate(or water pressure) in the area. You can test from another faucet – Be sure to retry once water supply as well as pressure(min needed is 10psi/69 kPa improves.
- Keep in mind that there’ll be this problem if you forgot to fully open the water faucets(just check hot and cold again).
- Also, stop running water elsewhere(from other faucets) while your washer is filling.
- Oh, and it is always important to ensure the Water inlet hoses are fine– they are probably kinked or frozen, leading to the fault(straighten/unfreeze).
- Additionally, disconnect the inlet hoses and go ahead and clean the inlet screens…they could be plugged
Question: Is water entering the machine but the tub won’t fill?
If yes, it is likely that the drain hose standpipe wasn’t put at the correct height- Remember the Standpipe needs to be 36”(90cm)(minimum)high to prevent water siphoning.
Do not forget to troubleshoot any water leaks from the tub(it’s another probable culprit)
Frigidaire washing machine not agitating
For this Frigidaire washing machine malfunction:
- Check drive belt– it breaks over time(occasionally), leading to the fault. Buy new belt.
- Check Stator/Rotor– some models have Stator/Rotor that interacts to form a strong magnetic field, which makes tub agitate. Now, if Stator windings/stator magnets are destroyed, then there will be a problem(tub stops spinning/agitating). Here you may have to change out one/both parts.
- Check door lock– If door lock has failed, agitation may not happen even if door is closed. Check and replace lid lock(see price).
- Check timer– a bad timer can also be the reason. Not common, but sometimes it happens. Change it(Check price).
- Change PCB– it may prevent tub from agitating(replace, as a last resort)
Frigidaire washing machine not opening (Frigidaire washing machine won’t unlock)
If your Frigidaire washing machine won’t open, then consider the following fixes:
Fix 1:
Replace lid lock assembly(it could be damaged)
Frigidaire washing machine making noise
The solution here depends on the kind of noises you’re hearing.
To point you in the right direction, do as below, according to what it’s sounding like:
Rattling and clanking noises
Likely causes:
· Coins or even safety pins lodged in the tub or the pump.
To resolve: Stop cycle and check the drum as well as the pump for these ‘strangers’ and remove them.
· Belt buckles and the metal fasteners as they’re hitting the wash tub.
To resolve: Fasten the fasteners. Also, turn the items inside out.
Thumping sounds
Likely causes and action:
Heavy wash load…. Nothing to fret about since this is normal. However, if thumping noise persists and is extra loud, rebalance the washer by redistributing wash load(It could be saying it’s out of balance).
Try that too if you note that your Frigidaire washing machine shakes violently
Vibrating noises
Likely causes and recommended actions:
· Unbalanced Wash load
To resolve:
Distribute items in tub evenly
· Machine is not resting stably(firmly) on the floor
To resolve:
Move it until it is resting firmly(it is stable) on the floor.
Also, adjust the leveling legs.
· Foam shipping support was not removed when it was being installed
To resolve:
Remove the offending foam shipping support
Frigidaire washing machine making grinding noise
Check the belt(first suspect), wobbly tub bearings(you may be looking at a bad bearing), or motor(worn-out motor bearings).
Could also be a non-functional spider arm.
To resolve:
- Tighten the drive belt.
- Next, change drum bearings(check price).
- If not yet lucky, swap out the motor.
Frigidaire washing machine making squealing noise
For the most part, a squealing noise out of your machine comes from:
- Belt problem– Belt is either loose or too weak. To resolve, the squealing noise, change drive belt(view price).
- Tub Bearings-Change the bearings(They’re inepensive).
- Suspension Springs-replace all the springs(It’s another inexpensive part- see latest price).
Frigidaire washing machine making squeaking noise during drain
Pay attention to the Drain Pump
In short, if what you’re hearing is an abnormal loud squeaking sound as it drains, then go to the drain pump.
Thing is, it is either clogged with debris/defective.
So be sure to change out the pump if on checking it’s free of obstructions but noise persists(view Frigidaire washing machine drain pump prices).
Frigidaire washing machine making noise during spin cycle
The suspensions-the springs holding the tub in place- could be worn out.
Change them and see how it goes.
Frigidaire washing machine making shuttering or knocking sound during fill cycle
Chances are water inlet valve could be troubled…mineral deposits may have built up inside there, causing a restriction inside the part, that in turn leads to the noise.
If that’s what you notice(on accessing the valve), it is best to replace the restricted valve(cleaning it out does not always work).
Buy replacement water inlet valve for Frigidaire washing machine
Frigidaire washing machine won’t stop beeping
Many times, constant beep means the circuit board has a problem..
Here’s what to try:
First, try turning the main dial to Drain- does it stop beeping?
But it might unfortunately, you realize it continues to beep when it is washing clothes.
So better do this(if it behaves that way):
- Open it up
- Unplugged all the wires from main control board.
- Next, clean the board (where the wires came from) with a q-tip. Also, rub out any other signs of contamination(thorough cleaning) you come across. You can scrub it off with 70% isopropanol-using a toothbrush.
- Put it together once more(re-seat all connectors the right way).
Well, that might just do the trick (since it’s dirt, causing it, many many times).
Otherwise, it could be time to get a replacement board (It’s not cheap).
Summary of what you need to check(and replace) for different noise issues
- High-pitched vibrating sounds – the drain pump(view prices)
- Loud buzzing sounds when starting – the motor (see price)
- Loud thumping sounds accompanied by slow agitation and slow spin speed –The unit’s motor coupler (could be cracked). Confirm price.
- Loud thumping/screeching noises during washing or spinning cycle – The drive belt. How much does it cost?
- Loud roaring sounds during spin cycle or a scraping sound – The tub bearing(check price).
- Loud banging noise in spin cycle, while shaking uncontrollably – The suspension system (springs-see updated price) or the dampening straps
How to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine – more problems and solutions
Frigidaire washing machine leaking water from underneath
Fix 1:
See if you have a loose/weak fill hose connection either at the faucet or machine.
In other words, tighten all the applicable hose connections. On top of that, ensure that rubber sealing washers have been installed.
Fix 2:
Could be the house drain pipes be clogged? It is also a pretty common source of leaks(Unclog the drain pipes)
Fix 3:
Replace water inlet valve- if your machine is actually leaking water even when you’re not using it, a bad inlet valve is usually to blame(order OEM water inlet valve replacement part)
Frigidaire washing machine stops mid cycle / Frigidaire washing machine starts then stops
- First, access the pump and check if there’s something stuck in it(such as your baby’s sock), jamming the pump!
- After that, focus on drain lines(from the pump to wall drain) as they could also be obstructed by debris(clear them out).
- Back to the pump now and I should add that sometimes the pump will have ‘died’ or slowly dying(new one needed).
- To be sure, snap off pump and observe if the motor runs without the pump installed-If the motor operates, the pump is very likely your issue((view pump prices).
- Next, maybe it is stopping because it is not filling as a result of a bad water inlet valve. Check and get a new one, if necessary.
- Moving on, see if the origin of the trouble is a bad timer for the washer…. It stopped everything including during spin if bad. Here’s an original replacement time for Frigidaire washers.
- Finally, there’s a possibility of a bad motor or door latch(door latch loosens as it ages and the washer will stop mid-wash as it thinks it isn’t locked). Compare Frigidaire washer door latch prices
Further Frigidaire washing machine troubleshooting
What to do if you’re seeing residue getting left in the drum
This is typically a sign that you are washing heavily soiled items frequently..
What you need to do is Wipe the tub with your favorite nonabrasive household cleanser, and then rinse. Please make it a habit to shake or brush off any excess dirt/sand you are seeing from items before throwing them into the washer.
What to do if water is not getting warm or hot enough
Check Hot water heater – the setting could be too low.
For that reason, Measure your hot water temp at any nearby faucet (use candy/meat thermometer).
While there, I hope you know that Water temperature must be 120°F/50°C(at least) to heat water optimally. Just adjust water heater correctly(as necessary).
See if other family members are using hot water in the house(elsewhere)
The point is, do not have other hot water uses during washer use(or before) since that could interfere with the quantity of hot water that is available to the washer for flawless cleaning (unless you are sure that your hot water system can effectively support multiple uses simultaneously).
What to do if the washer is not achieving correct rinse and wash temperatures
This is normally triggered by wrong connection of the hoses(the cold and hot hoses are probably interchanged on the faucets side)..
So, change the connections- have the hot water hose go to hot water faucet. Similarly, have the cold water hose go to the cold water faucet.
What to do if Water remains in the tub after cycle completes
The issue is oftentimes due to lid lock malfunction, many times brought about by by-passing lid lock.
To be honest, for the best results, it’s better to swap out the bad lid lock rather than doing a by-pass (See price of new Frigidaire washing machine lid lock)
How to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine error codes (Frigidaire error codes meaning and suggested solutions)
Frigidaire washing machine code e1 (also Frigidaire washer error code e11 / Frigidaire washer error code 11)
Meaning:
Water fill time prolonged (1 hour)
Solutions:
See Frigidaire washing machine not filling with water above
Frigidaire washing machine code e2
Meaning:
Machine is draining too slowly (10 minutes)
Solutions:
See Frigidaire washing machine not draining section above
Frigidaire washer error code e3 (Frigidaire washer error code 3)
Meaning (either)
- Washer lid is stuck open
- Lid lock defective
- PCB failed
Solutions:
- Close the washer’s lid.
- Replace lid lock
- Replace the PCB (compare prices)
Frigidaire washing machine code e4
Meaning (either)
- Washer is presently out-of-balance
Solutions:
Distribute items in tub evenly
Also try these steps:
- Move it until it is resting firmly(it is stable) on the floor.
- Also, adjust the leveling legs
- Remove the offending foam shipping support
Frigidaire washing machine code f2 (also Frigidaire washing machine code c9)
Meaning:
PCB failure
Solution:
Replace PCB(Check pricing)
Frigidaire washing machine code f5
Meaning:
Load sensing failed
Solution:
Replace load sensor
Frigidaire washing machine code f8
Meaning:
Water level sensor has malfunctioned
Solution:
Frigidaire washer error code e35
Meaning:
Water pressure switch has malfunctioned
Solution:
Frigidaire washing machine code fd
Meaning:
Defective lid lock
Solution:
Frigidaire washer error code cl
Meaning:
Lid has been open for 20+ seconds with the Control Lock function enabled
Solution:
Power off the machine and proceed to Deactivate Control Lock(press then hold onto Soil Level + Temp buttons simultaneously for about 5 seconds)
Frigidaire washer error code e21
Meaning:
Water not getting pumped out fast (as it should).
Solution:
Check drain filter(Clean it out or replace entire pump portion)
How to reset Frigidaire washing machine (try this once you see any Frigidaire washing machine fault code)
While your washer is plugged in and turned on:
- Press and then hold onto the Spin Speed button together with the Soil Level button for a couple of seconds.
Continue holding onto the stated buttons until you hear a signal beep then release them(instantly).
Now your washer has been restored to its default factory settings and may start washing without an issue.
How to Troubleshoot Frigidaire washing machine – Final words
If this Frigidaire washing machine repair manual did not help, please see your specific Frigidaire washing machine service manual (for your model number) for further troubleshooting.
Recall that one way to keep many of these problems at bay is to keep up with your Frigidaire washing machine maintenance schedule (cleaning it, and more, on time).
Your Frigidaire washing machine owners manual has all the instructions so again check it out.
