Frigidaire washer error codes are usually grouped by what the machine tried to do: fill, drain, lock the door, sense water level, or balance the load. Start with the simple checks, because hoses, filters, and locks cause more failures than control boards.
Common Codes
| Code | Meaning | First check |
|---|---|---|
| E10 | Fill problem | Water valves and inlet screens |
| E11 | Slow fill | Hose kinks and water pressure |
| E13 | Water leak or pressure issue | Drain path and pressure hose |
| E20 | Drain problem | Drain filter and pump |
| E21 | Slow drain | Drain hose and pump obstruction |
| LOC | Control lock | Hold lock button to clear |
Step-by-Step Fix
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Reset once. Unplug the washer for one minute. If the same code returns, troubleshoot the system named by the code.
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For fill codes, check water supply. Open both valves fully, straighten hoses, and clean the small inlet screens.
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For drain codes, clear the drain path. Check the drain hose, standpipe height, pump filter, and pump impeller.
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For lock codes, inspect the door. Make sure the strike is not cracked and the latch clicks cleanly.
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For pressure codes, inspect the hose. A kinked or clogged pressure hose can report the wrong water level.