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9 guides
Parts and tools for washing machine error codes
These are the parts, tools and supplies that the manufacturer manuals behind our washing machine code pages name. Each guide explains what the item does, how to choose and test it and when to leave it to a technician. Shopping links are Amazon links; search links open results and never confirm a fit for your model.
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Guides
Multimeter for appliance and HVAC diagnosis
What a multimeter measures, which manual steps call for one, how to choose one and the rules for using it safely.
Non-contact voltage tester
How a non-contact voltage tester works, how to choose a dual-range model and why it never replaces switching power off.
Nut driver set
Why nut drivers suit appliance and furnace panels, which sizes a common set covers and what insulated means.
Level and wrench for levelling a washer or dishwasher
LG and Samsung say an unlevel washer can cause UE and drain faults. What to use to check and adjust levelling.
Washer drain pump filter
How a clogged front-load washer pump filter causes OE, 5C and similar drain faults, what LG and Samsung say to do and what to have on hand.
Washer drain hose
Drain hose rules from LG, Samsung and Whirlpool: kinks, how far into the standpipe, the U-shaped form and standpipe height.
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Washer water inlet hoses
Hot/cold connections, kinks and inlet filters from Samsung and Whirlpool, and what to know before buying washer supply hoses.
Washing machine cleaner (Tub Clean)
LG tCL is a reminder to run Tub Clean. What LG says to put in the tub, and how washer cleaner tablets are used.
HE laundry detergent
LG Sud, Samsung SUd and Whirlpool Sud all point to detergent. What HE detergent is and how much the manufacturers say to use.
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