Error codes for Beko washing machines

Automatic machines equipped with a self-diagnosis system immediately notify the user about the identified malfunction if any violations occur in the normal functioning of parts, assemblies and components. Washing machines equipped with a display will display alphanumeric error codes. Machines that do not have a screen will notify you of problems by lighting lights on the control panel. Let's figure out what Beko machine error codes exist and what they mean.

Display value

If SMA Beko is equipped with a convenient and understandable display, there should be no problems with deciphering error codes. Having seen a combination of letters and numbers on the board, it is easy to determine what has gone wrong.

The situation is a little more complicated with equipment that does not have a digital screen. The lights located on the control panel of the washing machine usually indicate which stage of the program the machine is performing at a given time. When operating in normal mode, the indicators show that the machine is performing the main wash, rinse, soak or spin procedure. However, LEDs can also perform another function - to signal the user about a breakdown in the system.. Let's figure out which washing machine fault codes are programmed into the self-diagnosis system base, and how this or that error is displayed on Beko models without a display.

Self-diagnosis system base

It usually happens that the operating instructions for the washing machine have been lost for a long time, and it is necessary to deal with the malfunction as soon as possible. Below is a list of the main errors found in the washing machine database.For the convenience of users, we will indicate not only the alphanumeric designation, but also the sequence of indicator lights.

• H1 – indicates a failure of the temperature sensor. The contact leading to the thermostat may have been interrupted. It is necessary to check the resistance of the thermistor using a multimeter; normally the value should be 4700 Ohms at an ambient temperature of 25 °C. If, when checking the sensor, it turns out that it is faulty, install a new element.
• H2 - tells about a malfunction of the heating element. To eliminate the breakdown, it is necessary to carefully examine the contacts of the heating element; if everything is in order with them, replace the electric heater.
• H3 – signals that the heating element is always on, that is, the fact that the water in the drum is overheated is detected. You should check the temperature sensor with a multimeter by measuring the resistance of the element. If the thermistor is OK, there may be a failure on the main control board.

! It is better to invite a repairman to repair or replace the control board.

• H4 - indicates the closure of the fill valve triac. Diagnostics of the element contacts will help eliminate the problem. If the wiring is not damaged, the machine's main control board may need to be repaired or replaced.
• H5 – indicates a pump malfunction. In most cases, we are talking about weak suction power of the pump. To fix the breakdown, clean the drain filter, eliminate kinks or defects in the drain pipe, and get rid of debris in the hose. If this does not help, install a new pump.
• H6 - indicates that a short circuit has occurred in the SMA motor triac.However, this error can also occur due to a triac failure, a broken motor wiring, or a defective control board. If it is determined that there is an open circuit in the motor, the electric motor will have to be replaced.
• H7 – indicates a breakdown of the pressure switch. Intelligence has detected some malfunction of the water level sensor. There may be several reasons: defects in the contacts leading from the pressure switch to the main control module, failure of the level sensor itself, or failure of the control board. It is possible that the error is displayed due to a malfunction of the UBL mechanical lock.
• H11 - signals that there is a break in the machine’s motor circuit. It is necessary to examine the contacts leading to the engine, check the wires connected to the tachogenerator, and examine the integrity of the wiring from the electronic controller to the engine. If the contacts are not broken, check the motor and tachogenerator.

Knowing which element of the system has failed, it is easy to make repairs yourself. Having understood the designation of certain breakdowns, it is easy to understand what actions should be taken to return the washing machine to its previous performance.

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