During operation of the Indesit machine for washing textile products, various malfunctions and malfunctions sometimes occur. Often, when the installation begins to draw water into the tank, the display shows error n20 in the Indesit washing machine. To eliminate this problem, you need to find out the reasons for its occurrence.
Reasons for error H20 appearing on the Indesit washing machine
Error H20 can be caused by electronic or mechanical problems. Typically a failure occurs for several reasons:
- Lack of water or low pressure. The washing machine will not be able to draw the necessary liquid if the water supply is completely turned off or if the valve on the intake hose is closed. In the latter case, the tap may also not be turned all the way - as a result, water is poured into the tank too slowly.
- Fill valve filter clogged. At the junction of the intake hose with the washing machine there is a plastic mesh designed to retain foreign particles coming from the water supply. If you do not regularly clean the unit, the filter will become clogged and will no longer allow liquid to pass through.
- Incorrect drain connection. If the hose responsible for removing waste water from the drum is located too low, then the liquid will simply flow out of the Indesit machine right during the washing process. According to the instructions, the drain must be positioned so that it rises above the tank to the point of connection with the sewer.
- Software glitch. If the H20 error is generated by a new Indesit machine, or the code appears on the display for the first time, the problem may turn out to be a one-time problem. It will be enough to restart the unit to continue normal washing.
Serious malfunctions that cause error H20 include, first of all, a breakdown of the drain valve. If it does not open automatically when entering the washing mode, then water does not flow into the drum. If there are problems with closing, a constant overflow will occur, which also makes Indesit impossible to work.
Attention! Valve failures cause voltage surges, strong vibrations of the machine and increased humidity in the room. All factors negatively affect the condition of electronic components.
Error H20 can occur both at the beginning of washing and when switching to the rinse mode.
Service repair requires a malfunction of the water sensor. If it malfunctions, then the control module of the washing machine receives incorrect information about the amount of liquid in the tank, regardless of the actual situation.
Problem with Indesit machines
A washing machine of this brand may not draw water due to the following reasons:
- Impossibility of water flowing into the machine: the tap that supplies water is turned off, there is no water in the riser. It may be that there is water, but the mesh that removes hardness from the water is clogged or the fill valve is faulty.
- This error can occur in Indesit washing machines even when water enters the drum, but is immediately drained. Usually the water flows down the drain, but the machine may have a serious leak.
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How to fix error H20 in an Indesit washing machine
If H20 is flashing on the Indesit machine, first you can conduct a thorough inspection of the unit and perform simple repairs. In many cases, there is no need to even disassemble the device body.
How to check for water
The simplest reason for error H20 in an Indesit machine is the lack of water in the unit or water supply. The check is very simple - you need to open the tap in the kitchen or bathroom, depending on where the washing machine is located. If the water supply is completely turned off, then the machine will not work. In this case, it is impossible to eliminate the failure; all that remains is to turn off the device and wait until water appears in the pipes again.
If the water supply works, but error H20 in Indesit is still displayed, you also need to check the inlet hose valve. If it is closed, then it should be turned and the machine will begin to draw water.
In some cases, a failure is caused by too little pressure in the water supply. If the liquid barely flows from the taps when opened, then most likely the washing unit cannot draw the amount of water required for processing things in the time allotted by the program.
How to clear a clogged filter
In old washing machines that have not been cleaned for a long time, the filter mesh on the inlet valve often becomes clogged. You can fix the problem yourself, and the algorithm looks like this:
- The Indesit washing machine is completely disconnected from the network.
- The water supply to the unit is shut off.
- Disconnect the filler sleeve that fits the rear wall of the device.
- Using pliers, carefully remove the mesh filter located at the junction of the hose and the machine.
- Rinse the part under the tap in warm water.
If the filter is very dirty and covered with scale, you can prepare a solution of citric acid. The part is placed in the liquid for 15-20 minutes, and then removed and washed again, removing any remaining dirt with a stiff brush. Then the filter must be dried from moisture and installed in its original place.
If the strainer is very worn, you can simply replace it with a new one.
What to do if the drain is connected incorrectly
Installation of a washing machine in an apartment is usually carried out not by professionals, but directly by the owners. Because of this, connection errors often occur, in particular, the location of the drain hose is too low. If the hose is located below the device’s tank, then the water will constantly go down the drain. As a result, error code H20 will appear on the Indesit washing machine.
If there is a problem, the algorithm of actions looks like this:
- The switched off device is carefully inspected.
- If the drain hose is in the wrong position, lift it up. As a temporary measure, you can simply hang the end of the hose on the edge of the toilet or bathtub and try to start the machine again.
If the H20 error in Indesit disappears, all that remains is to equip the drain with a convenient mount on the wall at the required height, and only then connect it to the sewer.
Attention! When installing the washing machine, you must also ensure that the water hoses are not pinched between the unit and the wall or pieces of furniture.
Software glitch
In some cases, the Indesit washing machine displays error H20 due to a random software failure. This happens even with new and perfectly serviceable units. The procedure to follow if you suspect a control module error is as follows:
- The washing unit is switched off.
- The cable of the machine is completely pulled out of the network and the device is left de-energized for 15 minutes.
- After the time has elapsed, Indesit is connected back and the washing mode is started.
In some cases, it is necessary to repeat the reboot 2-3 times in a row to achieve the result. If the failure eventually goes away and never returns, the problem can be considered resolved.
In this case, you need to pay attention to the level of humidity in the room, the quality of the supplied voltage and the degree of vibration of the Indesit machine during operation. Typically, software failures occur due to inappropriate external conditions. If the washing unit continues to operate under high loads, new and more serious breakdowns may soon appear.
It is better to connect the washing machine in the bathroom through a special socket with moisture protection
Control module malfunction
Error H20 in an indesit washing machine is still displayed on the display if there is a fault in the control module. If this problem occurs for the first time, it is recommended to reset the error, unplug the washing machine from the outlet, wait 15 minutes and plug it in again. If the error does not disappear, it is recommended to contact a service center.
In most cases, the control module fails due to high humidity, which causes corrosion of electronic components. To extend the life of your equipment, it is recommended to use dehumidifiers and ensure good ventilation.
Another cause of the malfunction can be voltage drops, causing burnout of the microcircuit tracks, melting of the soldering of radio elements in the valve circuit, etc. To independently determine whether there is a breakdown, you can dismantle the board and inspect it. On the surface of the damaged part there are scorch marks, traces of corrosion, mechanical defects, and burnout areas in the area of coils or capacitors.
Adviсe
Indesit brand washing machines, like any other equipment, can fail. One of the most common malfunctions in their operation is the appearance of error H20 on the display. To maximize the service life of equipment and prevent such problems, experts recommend adhering to simple rules.
- After purchasing a washing machine, its installation and connection should be entrusted to specialists. The slightest mistake when connecting to the water supply and drainage system can cause error H20 to appear.
- You need to start washing by checking the presence of water in the system. When finished, turn off the water supply and wipe the drum dry. The choice of washing mode should be chosen strictly according to the instructions in the instructions supplied with the equipment by the manufacturer.
- Periodically you need to clean the filter and the tray where the washing powder is poured. It is advisable to do this after every fifth wash. If plaque appears on the filter mesh, it should be cleaned with special detergents.
- It is strictly forbidden to overload the drum - this puts additional load on the motor and leads to damage to the water level sensor, after which error H20 appears. You should not frequently wash things at maximum temperature - this will shorten the service life of the equipment.
- If there is a problem with the water supply in a house or apartment (low pressure), it must be eliminated before installing the equipment. Alternatively, you can connect a small pumping station to the water supply system.
To learn how to fix error H20 on the display of an Indesit washing machine, see the following video.
Outdated models
Error codes for Hotpoint-Ariston washing machines will be the same as for Indesit equipment, since the equipment is produced by the same company. If there is no information display, you need to look at the dashboard. Failure F03 corresponds to a signal from the power indicator, repeated three times, and the programmer knob will rotate to the right.
This is true for models of the Margherita series. In them, it is the power-on indicator and its signals that serve as the main source of information - how many times the LED blinks, such a code will have to be deciphered.
EVO-II
In EVO-II series models without a display, the main indicators of wash program failure are the spin, delay timer, super wash, quick wash and extra rinse LEDs. Based on their signals, a breakdown is determined. For example, blinking of the additional rinse sensor indicates a short circuit (error F1). The damage should open the power circuit between the motor and the controller.
If the quick wash button flashes briefly, the problem is again in the motor - error F02 has been diagnosed. It is due to the fact that the engine does not rotate. The combined blinking of the diodes corresponding to the extra rinse and quick wash indicators is the already familiar error F03. You need to check the temperature sensor.
Sometimes signals are given by 3 elements at once. If the super wash, quick wash and extra rinse indicators light up at the same time, you can diagnose error F07. It means that the water in the tank is not heated by the heating element - it has failed and requires replacement. When the timer light and the quick wash signal blink at the same time, we can talk about an error coded F10. You will have to check the wiring contact with the water level controller, and if necessary, replace or repair damaged circuit elements.
Failure code F11 in the case of a light indication looks like a combination of flashing timer lights, quick wash and additional rinse. Such damage cannot be detected without a multimeter - the problem is in the pump. If the problem is not a broken wiring, the entire pump must be replaced.
Aqualtis
Of course, the indication appears differently in different series - the older the model, the more difficult it is to find information about its encoding. Usually the manufacturer indicates the main codes in the instruction manual, but there may be discrepancies here too. For example, in Aqualtis, failure indicators correspond to heating temperature sensors (F16 - 60 degrees, F8 - 50°C, F4 - 40°C, F2 - 30°C, F1 - cold). By adding up the total values of the flashing elements, you can get the current error code.
