E07
Schulthess Unbalanced load / spin protection fault

Washer displays E07 and will not spin; often accompanied by heavy vibration before stopping.

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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

Severely unbalanced laundry load, Worn shock absorbers, Loose concrete counterweights, Faulty imbalance sensor or motor tachometer

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing internal components. Do not operate the washer with panels removed.

  • Step 1 – Redistribute load: Open the door (after the lock releases) and redistribute laundry evenly around the drum. Avoid washing single heavy items (e.g., one bath mat) alone; add towels to balance.
  • Step 2 – Check machine leveling: Ensure the washer is level front-to-back and side-to-side. Adjust the feet and lock the nuts. A rocking machine will trigger imbalance errors.
  • Step 3 – Inspect shock absorbers: Remove the rear or front panel to view the tub suspension. Push down on the drum and release; it should rebound once and stop. Excessive bouncing indicates worn dampers. Replace both shock absorbers as a set.
  • Step 4 – Check counterweights: Inspect the concrete or cast-iron weights on the tub for cracks or loose mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to manufacturer torque; replace broken weights.
  • Step 5 – Sensor and tachometer: If mechanical parts are sound, check the motor tachometer and any dedicated imbalance sensor wiring. Replace faulty components if readings are out of spec.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Shock Absorber Set
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