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Error Code: EF5 Difficulty: Easy
Problem: The load is unbalanced.
How to Fix EF5 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Pause the wash cycle and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Open the washer door and look at the clothes inside.
- The clothes have likely bunched up on one side of the drum, causing the imbalance.
- If you are washing a single large item, like a blanket, add a few smaller items like towels to help balance the load.
- Close the door and resume the wash cycle and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- The washer should now be able to spin without the error.
- 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.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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