Washer shows E51; motor does not run; may hum briefly.

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 motor harness, Moisture on control board

Safety: Unplug the washer; do not repeatedly try to start it.

Inspect motor and harness: Remove the rear panel and check for visible damage or burning on the motor and wiring.
Resistance test (advanced): Use a multimeter to measure motor winding resistance according to Electrolux specifications. A dead short or open circuit indicates a bad motor.
Control board: If the motor tests good, the main control board triac is likely shorted and the board must be replaced.

Professional Required 5/5

Main Control Board

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