Crosley Washer Error Code E21

E21 on a Crosley washer means the machine detected that water is not draining fast enough during the drain cycle. The control board times the drain process and triggers this code when it takes longer than expected. The issue is almost always a restriction somewhere in the drain path, such as a kinked hose, clogged filter, or blocked pump. The washer halts the cycle until the problem is corrected.

You should not continue running the washer with an active E21 code. If the machine cannot drain properly, laundry will be left sitting in standing water, and running additional cycles can strain the pump motor further. Address the drain restriction before attempting another wash cycle to avoid potential water spillage or component damage.

If the fix is simply clearing a clogged hose or cleaning the pump filter, there may be no parts cost at all, only your time. If the drain pump needs to be replaced, parts and labor typically range from $100 to $250 depending on your location and whether you hire a technician. DIY pump replacement is feasible for experienced repair individuals and can reduce costs to the price of the part alone.

Start by checking the drain hose for kinks, tight bends, or blockages along its full length and at the standpipe connection. Next, clean the drain pump filter or coin trap if your model has one. If those components are clear, inspect the drain pump itself for foreign objects blocking the impeller. If all of these check out and the error persists, the pump motor may need to be tested or replaced.

A reset may clear the code temporarily, but E21 will return if the underlying drain restriction is not resolved. To reset, unplug the washer for a few minutes and then reconnect power. If the fault returns at the next drain attempt, the physical cause in the drain hose, filter, or pump must be addressed before the error will stay cleared.