Dryer shows E18; may be related to power supply or mains frequency detection.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer. Work on power supply circuits only if you are qualified.
User checks:
- Ensure the dryer is connected directly to a wall socket, not via an overloaded extension lead.
- If possible, test the socket with another high-load appliance to confirm stability.
Technical checks: A technician can measure supply voltage at the PCB and inspect the power supply components (rectifier, capacitors, regulators). If E18 persists with good mains supply, the control board will likely need replacement.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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