E21
Grundig Motor Start Failure

Washer shows E21; motor does not start or stops shortly after starting.

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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

Faulty motor capacitor (on capacitor-start motors), Worn motor brushes, Loose motor connector, Faulty motor windings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer before accessing the motor area.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Check motor connector and harness: Remove the rear panel and inspect the motor plug. Reseat it firmly.
  • Inspect and test capacitor (if fitted): Some Grundig models use a start/run capacitor mounted near the motor. Visually inspect for bulging or leakage. Test capacitance with a meter; replace if out of tolerance.
  • Check motor brushes: Remove and inspect brushes for wear. Replace if below minimum length and bed them in properly.
  • Test motor windings: Measure resistance between motor terminals and to ground. Replace the motor if windings are open or shorted.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Motor Capacitor
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