AEG washing machine shows E51, drum does not rotate, sometimes trips breaker

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 motor windings, Shorted motor triac on control board, Damaged wiring causing short to chassis

Safety first: Unplug the washer. Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker.

Inspect motor and wiring: Remove rear panel, check for burnt smell or visible damage on the motor and harness.
Test motor windings: Use a multimeter to check for shorts between motor terminals and to earth. Any short indicates a bad motor.

If the motor is sound, the main control board triac is likely damaged and the board should be replaced by a professional.

Professional Required 5/5

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