What E22 actually means
The dryer's control board can no longer tell whether the water pump is running, so it has stopped the programme.
On these condenser dryers a pump moves the condensed water up into the collection canister (the water tank in the fascia). The board has a monitoring circuit that watches the switching device feeding that pump, and it has reported a fault in that sensing circuit rather than in the pump itself. Because the machine can't confirm what the pump is doing, it abandons the cycle and shuts down.
What E22 looks like on a Electrolux tumble dryer
Most people find this page having searched for what the machine is doing rather than the code itself. On a Electrolux tumble dryer, E22 usually shows up as one or more of these:
- Machine door won't open
- Door won't lock or click shut
- Door lock light flashing
- Door stuck shut with the load inside
- Won't start even with the door closed
- Machine not draining
- Water left in the drum at the end of the cycle
- Stops mid-cycle full of water
Recognise any of those? That is this fault, and the rest of this page explains what causes it and what you can check yourself.
What usually causes it
- Fault on the main electronic control board (the usual finding on E22)
- Damaged or corroded wiring between the board and the pump
- Water ingress or damp around the pump area affecting the board's connections
- A failing pump or float switch dragging the circuit out of range
What you can safely check yourself
Work through these in order. Anything beyond this — panels off, testing parts, anything to do with the wiring — is an engineer's job, and not one to attempt with the machine plugged in.
- Empty the water container and refit it properly.
- Clean the fluff filter in the door and the condenser filter if your model has an accessible one, so water isn't backing up.
- If the dryer drains to a waste pipe, check the hose isn't kinked or trapped behind the machine.
- Switch off at the wall for a minute, then power up and start a short programme to see if the code returns.
Common questions about Electrolux E22
What does E22 mean on a Electrolux tumble dryer?
The dryer's control board can no longer tell whether the water pump is running, so it has stopped the programme. On these condenser dryers a pump moves the condensed water up into the collection canister (the water tank in the fascia). The board has a monitoring circuit that watches the switching device feeding that pump, and it has reported a fault in that sensing circuit rather than in the pump itself. Because the machine can't confirm what the pump is doing, it abandons the cycle and shuts down.
Can I fix Electrolux E22 myself?
There are 4 checks you can safely do yourself first.
- Empty the water container and refit it properly.
- Clean the fluff filter in the door and the condenser filter if your model has an accessible one, so water isn't backing up.
- If the dryer drains to a waste pipe, check the hose isn't kinked or trapped behind the machine.
- Switch off at the wall for a minute, then power up and start a short programme to see if the code returns.
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried them.
How much does it cost to repair Electrolux E22?
£66 including VAT for an engineer to come out and diagnose it, or £84 in total including VAT if it is put right on the visit and no parts are needed. Any parts needed are quoted on site before we fit them — you decide. Every repair carries a 90-day workmanship guarantee.
Tried the checks and it's still showing E22?
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried the checks above. Then it wants someone who can open it up.
What it costs, before you call: the price is the same whatever the fault turns out to be — £66 including VAT for an engineer to come out and diagnose it, or £84 in total including VAT if it is put right on the visit and no parts are needed. Any parts needed are quoted on site before we fit them — you decide. Every repair carries a 90-day workmanship guarantee.
Our own engineers, not a call centre. We cover Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire — most tumble dryer faults are seen same day or next day.
Call 0115 648 0929 Book online — postcode and number is all we need
Outside our area? The explanation above still stands — take it to a local engineer and tell them the code. Knowing it saves them time and you money.
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