E16
Arctic Unbalanced Load / Spin Protection Fault

Washer shows E16 and may not spin or may stop with an unbalanced load warning.

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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

Excessively unbalanced laundry load, Worn or broken suspension springs, Faulty shock absorbers, Defective unbalance detection in control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer before inspecting internal suspension components.

  • Step 1 – Rebalance the load:
    • Open the door and redistribute laundry evenly around the drum.
    • Remove very heavy single items (e.g., one large blanket) and wash with additional items to balance.
    • Restart a spin cycle.
  • Step 2 – Check machine leveling:
    • Ensure the Arctic washer is level front-to-back and side-to-side using a spirit level.
    • Adjust the feet and lock the nuts to prevent movement.
  • Step 3 – Inspect suspension (advanced):
    • Remove the rear or side panel.
    • Check the suspension springs at the top of the tub for stretching or breakage.
    • Inspect the shock absorbers at the bottom for oil leakage or looseness.
    • Replace worn springs or shocks with Arctic-compatible parts.
  • If E16 continues with normal loads and good suspension, the unbalance detection algorithm or sensor on the control board may be faulty; professional service is advised.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Shock Absorber
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