What E50 actually means
The machine has stopped because the drum motor isn't turning or isn't reporting back that it's turning.
The control board drives the motor and reads a speed signal back from it. If that signal is missing, or the board's own motor-driving circuit has failed short, the machine retries four times at five-minute intervals, waits twenty minutes, then makes one last attempt — if the drum still won't turn it abandons the programme and shows this code. From the outside you usually see a machine that fills and heats but never tumbles, or one that sits doing nothing for long stretches before quitting.
What E50 looks like on a Electrolux washing machine
Most people find this page having searched for what the machine is doing rather than the code itself. On a Electrolux washing machine, E50 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
- Not filling with water
- No water going in
- Takes for ever to fill
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
- Worn motor brushes on the drum motor
- Failed speed sensor (tachometer) on the motor
- Damaged motor-driving component on the main control board
- Broken or chafed wiring between board and motor
- Motor windings failed
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.
- Turn the machine off at the wall for a minute, then power it back up and start a short programme — this clears a one-off lock-out.
- Check nothing has jammed the drum: with the machine off, turn the drum by hand and feel for stiffness, grinding or an obstruction such as a wire or coin trapped at the edge.
Which Electrolux models show E50
E50 means the same thing on this model. If yours is not listed, the explanation above still applies — the code is set by the control board, not the model number.
EWB105205W
Common questions about Electrolux E50
What does E50 mean on a Electrolux washing machine?
The machine has stopped because the drum motor isn't turning or isn't reporting back that it's turning. The control board drives the motor and reads a speed signal back from it. If that signal is missing, or the board's own motor-driving circuit has failed short, the machine retries four times at five-minute intervals, waits twenty minutes, then makes one last attempt — if the drum still won't turn it abandons the programme and shows this code. From the outside you usually see a machine that fills and heats but never tumbles, or one that sits doing nothing for long stretches before quitting.
Can I fix Electrolux E50 myself?
There are 2 checks you can safely do yourself first.
- Turn the machine off at the wall for a minute, then power it back up and start a short programme — this clears a one-off lock-out.
- Check nothing has jammed the drum: with the machine off, turn the drum by hand and feel for stiffness, grinding or an obstruction such as a wire or coin trapped at the edge.
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried them.
How much does it cost to repair Electrolux E50?
£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 E50?
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 washing machine faults are seen same day or next day.
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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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What this looks like when it happens
- washing machine not spinning
- washing machine making a loud noise
- washing machine not heating the water
- washing machine will not turn on