What E06 actually means
The machine has decided the water heater isn't doing its job, so it has stopped rather than carry on with a cold wash.
On the Haden washing machine the control board watches the heating element while the drum water is being brought up to temperature. If it sees no heating, or the element circuit looks wrong, it halts the programme and shows this code. Typically the wash stops part way through with water still in the drum, and the load comes out cold and often not properly rinsed.
What E06 looks like on a Haden washing machine
Most people find this page having searched for what the machine is doing rather than the code itself. On a Haden washing machine, E06 usually shows up as one or more of these:
- Machine not draining
- Water left in the drum at the end of the cycle
- Stops mid-cycle full of water
- Standing water in the bottom
- Not heating the water
- Washing coming out cold
- Cycle takes far longer than it should
- No function at all
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
- A failed heating element in the bottom of the drum
- A loose or corroded connection at the element
- Element damaged by heavy limescale in hard water areas
- A fault on the main control board's heating circuit
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 restart a short cold-wash programme — if it completes without the code, the fault is on heating only.
- Clear the pump filter and check the drain hose isn't kinked so any water left in the drum can be emptied on a drain or spin programme.
- Try a 20°C or cold programme to finish the load you have in there while you wait for a repair.
Which Haden models show E06
E06 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.
HC61SW
Common questions about Haden E06
What does E06 mean on a Haden washing machine?
The machine has decided the water heater isn't doing its job, so it has stopped rather than carry on with a cold wash. On the Haden washing machine the control board watches the heating element while the drum water is being brought up to temperature. If it sees no heating, or the element circuit looks wrong, it halts the programme and shows this code. Typically the wash stops part way through with water still in the drum, and the load comes out cold and often not properly rinsed.
Can I fix Haden E06 myself?
There are 3 checks you can safely do yourself first.
- Turn the machine off at the wall for a minute, then restart a short cold-wash programme — if it completes without the code, the fault is on heating only.
- Clear the pump filter and check the drain hose isn't kinked so any water left in the drum can be emptied on a drain or spin programme.
- Try a 20°C or cold programme to finish the load you have in there while you wait for a repair.
This one usually needs an engineer once you have tried them.
How much does it cost to repair Haden E06?
£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 E06?
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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What this looks like when it happens
- washing machine making a loud noise
- washing machine not heating the water
- washing machine will not turn on
- washing machine tripping the electrics