Error Code: E5A Difficulty: Hard
Problem: High temperature on the heat sink of the electronic control board.
How to Fix E5A Error (Step-by-Step)
- Unplug the washer from the wall outlet to begin the repair safely.
- Check the area around the washer to ensure it has adequate ventilation. Blocked airflow can cause components to overheat.
- Remove the necessary panels to access the electronic control board. Its location can vary, but it is often near the top of the machine.
- Visually inspect the heat sink on the control board. The heat sink is a metal component with fins designed to dissipate heat. Check for and clean off any accumulated dust or lint using a can of compressed air.
- Ensure the control board is securely mounted and that nothing is obstructing airflow around it.
- Replace the electronic control board, carefully transferring all wire connections from the old board to the new one.
- Reassemble the washer and test its functionality and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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