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Fisher & Paykel Washer Error Code 253
Smart pump over current: Motor Control Module detected smart pump drawing high current.
SourceFisher & Paykel AQUASMART Washer - Service Manual (WL4027 Series)p. 58
Diagnostic procedure
The full 253 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Check the resistance of the pump stator at the motor controller end of the harness; resistance per phase: 8.1Ω +/- 10% (16.2Ω +/- 10% phase to phase).
SourceFisher & Paykel AQUASMART Washer - Service Manual (WL4027 Series)p. 58
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