Hoover washer displays E23 and may not drain or may stop mid-cycle.

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

Shorted drain pump, Faulty pump triac on PCB, Wiring short in pump circuit, PCB track damage

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Pump and PCB circuits carry mains voltage.

1. Inspect pump and wiring: As with E03/E18, check the pump for signs of burning or water ingress. Inspect the wiring harness for damage.
2. Test pump resistance: With a multimeter, measure pump coil resistance. A dead short or open circuit indicates a bad pump.
3. Replace pump if faulty: Fit a Hoover-compatible drain pump.
4. If E23 remains: The PCB pump triac or tracks may be damaged. The main control board will likely need replacement by a technician.

Hard 4/5

Drain Pump or Main Control Board

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