E20
Asko Motor Overload / Overheat Protection

Washer displays E20; may be associated with motor overheating or overload

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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

Overloaded drum, Stiff drum bearings increasing motor load, Blocked motor cooling, Faulty motor temperature sensor (if equipped)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer and allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes.

  • Step 1 – Reduce load: Remove some laundry and try a smaller load to see if the error recurs.
  • Step 2 – Check drum rotation: Spin the drum by hand. If it feels rough, noisy, or very stiff, the bearings or spider may be failing and overloading the motor.
  • Step 3 – Inspect motor: Remove the rear panel and check for lint buildup around the motor that could impede cooling. Clean carefully.
  • Step 4 – Professional diagnosis: If E20 returns with normal loads, have a technician test the motor windings and any thermal sensors.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Drive Motor
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