E54
Electrolux Motor Relay Stuck or Shorted

Dryer will not start or stops abruptly; E54 displayed

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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.

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Possible Causes

Welded motor relay contacts on main control board, Shorted motor drawing excessive current, Control board damage from power surge, Loose neutral or line connection on board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer. Do not continue to reset and run the dryer if E54 recurs; this can be a fire risk.

  • Visual inspection of control board: Remove the top panel and locate the main control board. Look for burnt spots, melted relay cases, or discolored traces. If present, the board must be replaced.
  • Check motor for shorts: With the harness disconnected, measure resistance from each motor terminal to chassis ground. Any low resistance reading indicates a shorted motor that must be replaced.
  • Inspect wiring: Ensure that the motor and power wiring to the board are not pinched or melted.

Because this error involves high-voltage switching components, replacement of the main control board and/or motor is recommended to be done by a professional.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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