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Electrolux Dryer error code

Electrolux Dryer Error E20

Water doesn't drain.

Water doesn't drain.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE$100 - $250 Range
Electrolux dryer repair guide for error E20
Error codeE20Dryer

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Inspect the drain pump and hoses for any lint or foreign objects that may be causing a blockage.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Make sure the drain hose is not kinked or clogged and is positioned at the correct height.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Unplug the dryer for a few minutes to reset the control board.

A quick explanation

What does E20 mean?

Water doesn't drain.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux dryer error E20

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet for safety.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Locate the drain pump, usually at the bottom front of the dryer. You may need to remove a lower access panel.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Place a shallow pan and towels under the pump to catch any residual water.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Unscrew the pump filter cap and carefully pull it out. Clean any lint or debris from the filter and the housing.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Check the drain hose connected to the pump for any kinks, clogs, or obstructions. Disconnect it and clear any blockages.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. If the filter and hose are clear, the issue may be with the drain pump motor or the main control board (Part 137221600), which requires professional diagnosis.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E20 Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet for safety and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Locate the drain pump, usually at the bottom front of the dryer. You may need to remove a lower access panel.Place a shallow pan and towels under the pump to catch any residual water.Unscrew the pump filter cap and carefully pull it out. Clean any lint or debris from the filter and the housing.Check the drain hose connected to the pump for any kinks, clogs, or obstructions. Disconnect it and clear any blockages.If the filter and hose are clear, the issue may be with the drain pump motor or the main control board (Part 137221600), which requires professional diagnosis.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Electrolux Dryer Focused repair path: dryer airflow, heating, motor, 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 dryer 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 dryer 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. &tag=appliancefixg-20Verified Compatible Alternatives:137108100137221600

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • Blockages in the drain pump or hoses
  • Kinked or clogged drain hose
  • Improper positioning of the drain hose

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 137221600

Price noted in the current guide: $120-$185

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dryer error E20 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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