Error code reference

Fisher & Paykel Washer Error Code 51

Phase 5-6 Eco: Diverter valve fault - water level drop during recirculation phase indicating water draining instead of recirculating, or solenoid blown by external water spray.

SourceFisher & Paykel Smartdrive® Washing Machine - Service Manual (517769)p. 35

Diagnostic procedure

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First diagnostic step
Turn power off at SmartDrive, leave on at wall, measure voltage across wax actuator terminals. If 230V, Motor Control Module has failed and both it and valve need replacing.

SourceFisher & Paykel Smartdrive® Washing Machine - Service Manual (517769)p. 35

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