Washer displays E08; drum may not turn or may turn erratically, especially on spin.
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 washer before inspection.
Step-by-step checks:
- Reduce load: Remove some laundry and try a spin-only cycle. Overloading can trigger motor overcurrent protection.
- Check drum rotation by hand: With the machine off, spin the drum manually. It should rotate smoothly and quietly. Grinding or stiffness suggests bearing or foreign object issues.
- Inspect motor and belt: Remove the rear panel and check that the belt is correctly tensioned and not jammed. Inspect the motor for burning smell or discoloration.
Note: If the drum is hard to turn or noisy, bearing replacement is required, which is a complex job. If the drum turns freely but E08 persists, motor or PCB diagnosis is needed.
Repair Difficulty
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