Electrolux Washer error code
Electrolux Washer Error F14
Ignition control failure.
Ignition control failure.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Check 1
Disconnect the washer from power for several minutes, then reconnect.
- 2Check 2
Inspect the ribbon cables and wiring between the main control board and the user interface/display board and ensure all connections are secure.
A quick explanation
What does F14 mean?
Ignition control failure.
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How to fix Electrolux washer error F14
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
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Step 1
1. For safety, unplug the appliance and shut off the main gas supply valve.
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Step 2
2. Remove the lower front access panel to get to the burner and ignition assembly.
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Step 3
3. Find the igniter, a small, fragile component responsible for igniting the gas.
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Step 4
4. Unplug the wire connector that supplies power to the igniter.
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Step 5
5. Remove the single screw holding the igniter in its bracket and gently pull the old one out.
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Step 6
6. Carefully install the new igniter without touching the element with bare hands, as oils can cause premature failure, and secure it with the screw.
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Step 7
7. Reconnect the wiring, restore the gas supply and power, and test the dryer's heating function.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix F14 Error (Step-by-Step) For safety, unplug the appliance and shut off the main gas supply valve. Remove the lower front access panel to get to the burner and ignition assembly. Find the igniter, a small, fragile component responsible for igniting the gas. Unplug the wire connector that supplies power to the igniter. Remove the single screw holding the igniter in its bracket and gently pull the old one out. Carefully install the new igniter without touching the element with bare hands, as oils can cause premature failure, and secure it with the screw. Reconnect the wiring, restore the gas supply and power, and test the dryer’s heating function. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Electrolux Washer Focused repair path: washer fill, drain, spin, lock, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat the fault as reset-only if it keeps returning; use the failed function to choose the next test. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm whether the Electrolux washer repeats the same code after a clean reset. Match the symptom to the part of the cycle or function that fails: fill, drain, heat, cool, spin, latch, ignite, fan, sensor, or control response. Inspect simple causes first: airflow, water supply, drain path, door closure, filter, venting, wiring connectors, and visible damage. Use meter testing or service diagnostics before replacing electronic controls, because wiring, switches, sensors, and loads can mimic board failure. Use the complete Electrolux washer model number from the appliance tag before ordering any model-specific part. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Electrolux model number from the appliance tag before ordering. Verified Compatible Alternatives: A03965705 Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Electrolux washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Electrolux washer drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: drain, no-spin, or water-removal symptoms after hose and filter checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux washer drain pump Electrolux washer water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: fill and slow-fill symptoms after supply checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux washer water inlet valve Electrolux washer door lock Common replacement category: Door lock / latch Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: start, lock, or spin symptoms tied to door-lock feedback. Search Amazon for Electrolux washer door lock Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux washer model number on the appliance tag. 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
What may be causing it?
- Communication error between the main control board and the user interface board
- Loose or damaged wiring between control boards
- Faulty main control board or user interface board
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
No replacement part recommended for this code
The researched guidance for Electrolux Washer error F14 points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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