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Speed Queen Washer Error Codes

72 error codes documented with diagnostic procedures.

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----Flashes for a period of time (for safety) after power up while keeping outputs OFF.-C-Communication sequence checks out properly (displayed during Microwand communication).AlrmBreak-in alarm error triggered by service door or coin vault switch.CAnt / OPEnControl cannot unlock the door.doorDoor open indicator DOOR LED FlashingDoor lock/unlock error-the door did not lock within 15 seconds or did not unlock within 3…DOOR/FINAL SPIN LEDs FlashingMotor failure error-the control received the motor failure signal from the motor control…dorDoor open indicator-door is not closed at the start of an active cycle.E PrThe number of times power has been interrupted during a cycle.E:dfDrive failure E:dLDoor lock error E:doDoor open error E:FLFill error E:OFIR communication has been turned off on the electronic control.E:SPSerial communication error E:UbUnbalance error; unable to balance load.EC:00General card reader communication error.EC:02Card reader timeout error during communication.EC:03Invalid command code from card reader due to incorrect machine type.EC:05Invalid or out-of-range data from card reader due to incorrect machine type.EC:06Invalid data code from card reader due to incorrect machine type.EC:09Corrupted data error during card reader communication.EC:0AInvalid machine type detected during card reader communication.EC:19No card reader communication detected.EC:20Unreadable card inserted into reader due to faulty card or dirty contact.EC:21Security ID mismatch on inserted card.EC:22Site code mismatch on inserted card.EC:23Card maximum value exceeded; value on card is over the programmed maximum.EC:24Insufficient memory on card; card memory is full.EC:25Card reader malfunction detected.EC:26Card write error during transaction.EC:27Diagnostic test card write failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:28Diagnostic test card read failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:29Diagnostic test memory test failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:2ADiagnostic test card interface failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:2bDiagnostic test flash checksum failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:2CBiberon or non-biberon device failure indicating faulty card reader.EC:2dFirmware update failed but existing software is intact.EC:2EFirmware update failed and software is not intact.EC:2FFirmware updated but software is not intact, indicating faulty firmware in reader.EC:30Card reader timeout error.EC:31Hotlisted card inserted into reader; control will destroy card.EC:50Loyalty purse read error on card.EC:56Loyalty purse write error on card.EI:01Infra-red transmission failure during Micro-Wand communication.EI:02Device timeout during Micro-Wand communication.EI:03Invalid command code received during infra-red communication due to incorrect machine…EI:04Expecting upload request during Micro-Wand communication.EI:05Invalid or out-of-range data received during infra-red communication due to incorrect…EI:06Invalid data code received during infra-red communication due to incorrect machine type.EI:07Error writing to the real-time clock, indicating a control failure.EI:08Error writing to EEPROM, indicating a control failure.EI:09CRC-16 error during Micro-Wand communication.EI:0AInvalid machine type detected during infra-red communication.EI:0FInvalid wakeup signal or infra-red communication is disabled.Er, drWater is still in the washer at the end of the cycle, indicating a drain problem.Er, FLThe washer has not reached the fill level after 30 minutes during a wash or rinse fill.Er, OFOverflow error displayed when the Start/Pause button is not pressed within five minutes…Er, PSThe control has detected trouble sensing the water fill level.ErdnDrain count error (depending on model).ErflFill error count (depending on model).ErrCoin error; invalid coin pulse or inoperative coin sensor.FAILVariable-speed only-balance FAIL condition; shows in test cycle only.FILLMachine did not fill to programmed water level within 10 minutes.FINAL SPIN/RINSE LEDs FlashingSPI communications error-problem with communications between the front-end control and…HEATING LED FlashingOpen/shorted temperature sensor error-control sensed temperature less than 32°F (0°C) or…OF, StThe washtub has filled to the overflow level.OFFBreak-in alarm shutdown error triggered by service door or coin vault switch.SHUt / doorMachine user must shut door of the washer to allow the cycle to begin.tPThe motor overload protector has stopped the motor due to too many clothes in the washtub…WASH/DOOR LEDs FlashingFill error-the pressure switch did not indicate cylinder full within 30 minutes of…WASH/RINSE LEDs FlashingDoor open error-the control sensed the door open during Run Mode; all outputs are turned…

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