Indesit washing machine - error F12

When does error F12 occur on an Indesit washing machine? It is impossible to answer this question without information about the decoding of this error, the reasons for its occurrence and other factors. Therefore, we decided to look at the problem associated with the F12 error in a comprehensive manner, at the same time filling in some gaps in knowledge that you may have in this area.

The meaning of the code

According to established tradition, we will start with a general decoding of the error code, in this case code F12; such a decoding can be found in the operating instructions for the Indesit washing machine. And then we will provide a more detailed transcript, which will finally shed light on the problem. So, a general explanation of the error code F12 can be presented as follows: “the control module has stopped interacting with the buttons and lights of the control panel.”

Error F12 appears both on washing machines with a display and on machines without a screen.

Essentially, in this case, the Indesit washing machine states that there is no connection between its two most important modules. However, the connection was not completely lost, since the module was able to transmit information about the error to the user, which means that the electronic module retains some control over the control panel. Despite this, error F12 is accompanied by the inability to use the control panel in any way; in rare cases, even the on/off button does not work.

How and under what circumstances does it manifest itself?

If the Indesit washing machine does not have a display, then the electronic module (bypassing the usual circuit) will connect some control panel lights, which, in fact, will indicate an error. We are talking about the “Super Wash” and “Wash Delay” indicators that are on.On some models of Indesit washing machines, only the speed indicator may blink.

Error F12 in 99% of cases appears shortly after turning on the machine to the network. In this case, the user does not yet have time to select any washing program, or indeed do anything with the control panel. The Indesit washing machine freezes immediately, in addition, the on/off button may fail and then you will have to turn off the power to the machine by unplugging the power cord from the socket.

We find and eliminate the causes

The malfunction caused by error F12 can often be eliminated by restarting the Indesit washing machine. Moreover, the reboot should not be done anyhow, but according to the following scheme.

• We turn off the washing machine with the on/off button if it is working.
• Disconnect the power cord of the Indesit machine from the power supply.
• We wait for 2-3 minutes.
• We turn on the machine to the mains and press the on/off button.
• If the error persists, repeat the above steps two more times.

If the malfunction has not been resolved within 3 reboots of the machine, such actions should be stopped so as not to damage the control module even more. If rebooting does not help, it means that a serious breakdown of the control module has occurred, or the contacts connecting the module and the control panel bulbs have oxidized. With such a problem, there is little that can be done on your own. Unless you check connector J11, which, as you may have guessed, connects the display module to the control board.

If, after cleaning the contacts of connector J11 and the display module, the Indesit washing machine does not start working correctly, then the problem is in the control module. The question may immediately come to your mind: Is it worth doing repairs to electronic modules yourself?? We will answer briefly - it’s not worth it! Most often, this ends in the final breakdown of the washing machine and the user being forced to contact a service center. Just keep in mind that the repair will cost 2-3 times more, since you will definitely have to change the spare parts of the “home assistant”, and this is completely different money.

So, a malfunction caused by error F12 can be eliminated only if the control board is not damaged, but only the contacts are burnt or oxidized. If the module breaks down, definitely contact a technician. Good luck!

7 reader comments

1. 07/17/2017 at 18:06

   Faith:

   Thanks for the help!!!

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2. 01/19/2019 at 12:02

   Angelina:

   However, it helped. I was already thinking that the machine was screwed. Thank you!

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3. 10/23/2019 at 16:53

   Valeria:

   But it didn't help me. I had to call a specialist. Flashing. I'm waiting for the result. And of course, payment for repairs starts from about 1000 UAH.

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4. 10/27/2019 at 6:19 pm

   Alexei:

   It helped. Thank you!

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5. 06.12.2019 at 02:22

   Alexander:

   Tell me, where is j11 in the photo? I do not see.

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6. 01/12/2020 at 18:38

   Farukh:

   Good evening, how many minutes do you hold the on/off button?

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7. 02/19/2021 at 21:13

   Elena:

   Thank you, they helped a lot

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