Electrolux E93 washing machine: what it means & what to try

Stop using it for now. Carrying on with this fault risks further damage or a leak. Switch it off at the wall until it has been looked at.

What E93 actually means

The washing machine's own settings data has become corrupted or doesn't match, so it won't allow a wash to start.

Every machine stores a configuration file telling it what model it is and what it can do. Each time it powers up it checks that data against a stored value; if the two don't agree, it assumes the settings are unreliable and blocks the cycle rather than running blind. This is a fault in the machine's memory or main control board, not in anything you've done.

What E93 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, E93 usually shows up as one or more of these:

No function at all
Dead — nothing lights up
Lights flashing and nothing happening
Programme won't start
Machine tripping the electrics
E93 flashing on the display
Beeping and showing E93

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

Corrupted configuration data in the machine's memory
Faulty main control board
A power surge or interruption while the machine was switched on
Control board replaced or reprogrammed with the wrong settings

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 socket, leave it for a minute, then switch it back on and see if the code clears
Press Start/Pause or turn the programme selector to off to reset the current cycle
If the code returns every time you power up, the fault is genuine and needs an engineer

Which Electrolux models show E93

E93 means the same thing on all 4 of these models. If yours is not listed, the explanation above still applies — the code is set by the control board, not the model number.

EWB105110W · EWB105205W · EWB136216W · ZWX9115XL

Common questions about Electrolux E93

What does E93 mean on a Electrolux washing machine?

The washing machine's own settings data has become corrupted or doesn't match, so it won't allow a wash to start. Every machine stores a configuration file telling it what model it is and what it can do. Each time it powers up it checks that data against a stored value; if the two don't agree, it assumes the settings are unreliable and blocks the cycle rather than running blind. This is a fault in the machine's memory or main control board, not in anything you've done.

Can I fix Electrolux E93 myself?

There are 3 checks you can safely do yourself first.

Turn the machine off at the wall socket, leave it for a minute, then switch it back on and see if the code clears.
Press Start/Pause or turn the programme selector to off to reset the current cycle.
If the code returns every time you power up, the fault is genuine and needs an engineer.

This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried them.

How much does it cost to repair Electrolux E93?

£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 E93?

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.

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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Written by the engineers at ASAP Repairs, 0115 648 0929. We repair these machines for a living in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire.

Electrolux E93 error — washing machine