Washer displays E18 and the cycle time does not advance; machine may appear to be stuck on one stage.

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

Faulty temperature or water level feedback, Control board software fault, Stuck relay on PCB, Sensor wiring issues

Safety first: Unplug the washer before internal checks.

Step-by-step checks:

Power reset: Disconnect power for 10 minutes to reset the control.
Check basic sensors: Verify that the pressure switch and NTC sensor connections are secure and not corroded.
Run a different program: Try a cold, short cycle. If it completes, the issue may be related to heating or a specific program segment.

Note: Persistent E18 usually indicates a PCB or firmware issue; professional service is recommended.

Hard 4/5

Main Control Board (PCB)

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