E06
IPSO
Motor Drive Fault
Washer drum does not rotate; E06 displayed shortly after cycle start
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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 motor (if brush motor), Open motor winding, Faulty motor tachometer, Defective motor control module or main PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer. Drum and motor components may be sharp; wear cut-resistant gloves.
Steps to check and correct:
- Check drum movement: Rotate the drum by hand. It should turn smoothly without binding. If seized, suspect bearing or foreign object between tub and drum.
- Access the motor: Remove the rear panel, take off the drive belt, and inspect the motor mounted under the tub.
- Inspect brushes (if applicable): On IPSO models with universal motors, remove the carbon brushes and check length. If they are worn below manufacturer minimum, replace both brushes as a set.
- Test windings and tachometer: Use a multimeter to measure motor winding resistance and tachometer coil resistance according to IPSO service data. Open or shorted readings indicate a bad motor.
- Check wiring harness: Inspect the harness from motor to control board for chafing, loose connectors, or burn marks.
- Reassemble and test: Refit the belt, panels, and run a spin test. If E06 persists with a known-good motor and wiring, the motor control circuit on the main PCB is likely defective and should be replaced or serviced by a professional.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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