E06
CDA
Motor Drive Fault
Washer drum does not rotate or struggles to turn; E06 displayed on CDA washing machine.
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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 brushed motors), Faulty motor tachometer sensor, Loose or broken motor wiring harness, Defective motor control circuit on PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer. The drum and motor can move suddenly; keep hands clear when testing.
Step-by-step checks:
- Check the drive belt: Remove the rear panel and confirm the belt is correctly seated on the motor pulley and drum pulley. If snapped or badly worn, replace the belt first.
- Inspect motor connections: Verify that the motor plug is fully seated and that no wires are burnt or broken. Reseat the connector.
- Examine carbon brushes (if fitted): Remove the motor from the base of the tub. Inspect the carbon brushes on each side. If they are shorter than about 1 cm or unevenly worn, replace both with CDA-compatible brush sets.
- Test the tachometer: On the rear of the motor is a small round tachometer coil. Measure its resistance (typically a few hundred ohms). An open circuit indicates failure. Replace the tachometer or motor assembly as required.
- PCB diagnosis: If the motor and wiring test good but E06 persists, the motor triac or driver circuit on the main PCB may be faulty. This usually requires board-level repair or replacement by a professional.
- Reassemble and test: Refit the motor and belt, ensuring correct tension. Run a spin cycle without laundry to confirm smooth acceleration and no E06 error.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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