E50
AEG General Motor Fault

Washer-dryer does not spin or tumble, sometimes shows E50 or related motor error.

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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

Worn carbon brushes on AEG motor (if brushed type), Faulty motor tachometer, Loose motor connector, Defective motor winding, Faulty motor control circuit on PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect mains power before accessing the motor.

  • Check drum movement: Rotate the drum by hand. It should move smoothly without grinding or stiffness.
  • Inspect motor connections: Remove the rear panel, locate the motor at the bottom of the tub, and check that the wiring connector is fully seated and undamaged.
  • Check carbon brushes (if fitted): Remove the motor and inspect the brushes. If they are shorter than about 1 cm or unevenly worn, replace with genuine AEG brushes.
  • Test tachometer: Measure resistance of the tachometer coil on the motor. An open circuit indicates a failed tacho that usually requires motor replacement.

If mechanical parts are fine but E50 persists, the motor control section of the PCB may be faulty and should be diagnosed by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

AEG Drive Motor
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