E12
Dawlance Heater Circuit Error

Washer shows E12 and does not heat water; cycles may take longer than normal.

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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

Open-circuit heating element, Burnt heater wiring or connector, Faulty heater relay on PCB, Tripped thermal cut-out (if fitted)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer and allow it to cool completely before working near the heater.

  • Access heater terminals: Remove the rear panel to locate the heating element at the bottom of the tub.
  • Inspect wiring: Check for burnt or loose connectors on the heater terminals. Repair or replace damaged wires.
  • Test heater resistance: Disconnect the heater wires and measure resistance with a multimeter. Typical values are 20–30 Ω (check Dawlance specs). If open-circuit, replace the heating element.
  • Check for earth leakage: Measure resistance between each heater terminal and the metal tub. Any low resistance indicates leakage; replace the heater.

If the heater and wiring are good but E12 remains, the heater relay or triac on the PCB may be faulty. PCB repair should be done by an authorized Dawlance service center.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element
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