Fisher & Paykel Washer Error Code Out OF bAL

The Out OF bAL error means the washer has detected that the laundry load is not evenly distributed inside the drum. This typically happens during or before the spin cycle when the uneven weight causes excessive vibration. The washer stops the cycle to protect itself from damage. Redistributing the load evenly and restarting the cycle is the recommended first step.

The error itself is a protective measure, so the washer has already stopped the cycle to prevent potential damage. It is not safe to force the spin cycle on a severely unbalanced load, as repeated heavy vibration can stress internal components over time. Resolve the imbalance before continuing. Once the load is redistributed and the error is cleared, the washer is safe to operate normally.

In most cases, the Out OF bAL error requires no repair cost at all because it is caused by load distribution issues rather than a faulty component. Simply rearranging the laundry and ensuring the machine is level resolves the problem at no expense. If the error appears consistently even with properly balanced loads, a technician inspection may be needed, and service call fees typically range from $75 to $150 before any parts are considered.

Open the washer door and manually rearrange the items so they are spread evenly around the drum. If you are washing a single large item like a comforter, try adding a few towels to help balance the load. Once the items are redistributed, close the door and restart or resume the cycle. Also confirm the washer is sitting level on the floor, as an unlevel machine can trigger this error even with a properly arranged load.

A reset may clear the error code from the display, but if the underlying cause, an unevenly distributed load, is not addressed first, the error will return as soon as the machine attempts to spin again. Redistribute the laundry evenly before restarting. Resetting alone without correcting the load balance is not a lasting solution.