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Electrolux Washer Error CL

Electrolux CL Control Lock (child lock) is active

Control Lock (Child Lock) is activated.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
CL is the Control Lock feature — a free button hold fixes itDo not buy a part or book service for CL until the documented button hold and one power reset have both failed. The free fix resolves this in the vast majority of cases.
Electrolux washer repair guide for error CL
Error codeCLWasher

Try these first

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

  1. 1
    Look for the lock indication

    Confirm the panel shows CL or a padlock/key light. If a cycle is running, the machine may simply be protecting the settings you chose.

  2. 2
    Hold the lock-marked buttons 3–5 seconds

    Press and hold the two buttons shown with a lock/key marking (or the pair printed in your manual) together for 3 to 5 seconds until the indication clears.

  3. 3
    Button combos vary by model

    Common pairings include Temp + Spin or Rinse + Spin, but the exact pair depends on the panel. Your model manual lists the exact combination if the markings are worn.

A quick explanation

What does CL mean?

This is a feature, not a fault. The lock clears with a button hold and no part or service is needed in the vast majority of cases.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux washer error CL

Free fix first: toggle the Control Lock off with the correct button hold before you consider any repair or service.

  1. 1

    Toggle the lock off

    Hold the lock-marked button pair for 3 to 5 seconds. Watch the CL or padlock indication — it should clear and the buttons should respond again.

    What you should see: CL clears and the panel responds normally.
  2. 2

    If the hold does not work, try the documented pairing

    Check your model manual for the exact combination — Electrolux panels vary. Try the documented pair slowly: press both buttons fully at the same time, then hold.

    What you should see: The lock toggles with the model-correct pairing.
  3. 3

    Power reset, then retry once

    If the panel ignores both holds, unplug the washer or switch off its breaker for 30 seconds, restore power, and try the hold once more before assuming a fault.

    What you should see: A stuck panel state is cleared and the lock toggles normally.
  4. 4

    When it is actually a fault

    If CL stays on after the reset and correct hold, or buttons stay dead after the lock clears, the user interface may need service diagnosis. Stop there — do not open the console.

    What you should see: A genuine interface fault goes to qualified service instead of guesswork.
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?

  • Control Lock was activated intentionally or by a long button press
  • Small children or cleaning pressed and held the button pair
  • Panel state that a fresh lock-toggle cycle resolves

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 CL 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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Repair or replace calculator

Use the age and total repair estimate to get a simple comparison. This is guidance, not a guarantee.

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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Reviewed by the Appliance Fix Guide Editorial Team

Last reviewed and updated Jun 22, 2026 · Educational repair guidance, not a professional diagnosis

  • Researched against manufacturer documentation and service literature where available.
  • Safety-first structure: every guide starts with the safest first action and states when to stop and call a professional.
  • Part compatibility is treated cautiously: fitment must be confirmed against the exact model number before purchase.