Electrolux Dishwasher error code
Electrolux Dishwasher Error 20
Indicates a drainage problem, which could be caused by a clogged filter, a blocked or kinked drain hose, or a faulty drain pump. This is an alternative display for the 'i20' error code.
Indicates a drainage problem, which could be caused by a clogged filter, a blocked or kinked drain hose, or a faulty drain pump. This is an alternative display for the 'i20' error code.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Check 1
Inspect and clean the dishwasher filter and sump area for any food debris or foreign objects.
- 2Check 2
Ensure the drain hose is not kinked, bent, or clogged.
- 3Check 3
If connected to a garbage disposal, make sure the knockout plug has been removed.
A quick explanation
What does 20 mean?
Indicates a drainage problem, which could be caused by a clogged filter, a blocked or kinked drain hose, or a faulty drain pump. This is an alternative display for the 'i20' error code.
The answer you came for
How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error 20
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
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Step 1
1. Turn off the power to the dishwasher at your home's circuit breaker to ensure safety.
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Step 2
2. Open the dishwasher door and remove the bottom dish rack to access the filter system.
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Step 3
3. Twist the cylindrical filter counter-clockwise and lift it out, along with the flat mesh screen underneath. Wash both parts thoroughly with warm, soapy water to remove any food debris.
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Step 4
4. While the filter is out, inspect the sump area at the bottom for any obstructions. Reinstall the clean filter and screen.
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Step 5
5. Locate the drain hose under your sink. Check the entire length of the hose for any visible kinks or bends that could restrict water flow and straighten them.
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Step 6
6. Disconnect the drain hose from the garbage disposal or sink drainpipe to check for clogs at the connection point. Clear any debris you find before reattaching the hose securely.
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Step 7
7. If the problem persists after these steps, the drain pump may be faulty and require replacement, which involves accessing the bottom of the appliance.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix 20 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the power to the dishwasher at your home's circuit breaker to ensure safety.Open the dishwasher door and remove the bottom dish rack to access the filter system.Twist the cylindrical filter counter-clockwise and lift it out, along with the flat mesh screen underneath. Wash both parts thoroughly with warm, soapy water to remove any food debris.While the filter is out, inspect the sump area at the bottom for any obstructions. Reinstall the clean filter and screen.Locate the drain hose under your sink. Check the entire length of the hose for any visible kinks or bends that could restrict water flow and straighten them.Disconnect the drain hose from the garbage disposal or sink drainpipe to check for clogs at the connection point. Clear any debris you find before reattaching the hose securely.If the problem persists after these steps, the drain pump may be faulty and require replacement, which involves accessing the bottom of the appliance.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Electrolux Dishwasher Focused repair path: dishwasher fill, drain, wash, heat, latch, 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 dishwasher 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 dishwasher 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:A000443055304483444
What may be causing it?
- Clogged dishwasher filter or sump
- Kinked, bent, or clogged drain hose
- Garbage disposal knockout plug not removed
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Replacement part
OEM candidate: 154757901
Price noted in the current guide: $60-$125
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error 20 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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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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