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On attempting to start a wash cycle my Fisher Paykel Smart Drive Washing Machine (model GW701-U) starts to fill, stops after a few seconds, then starts, stops and starts again, repeating several times before finally giving up and beeping continuously with the third (from left) wash progress light lit. The agitator appears to be trying to move but only turns a few degrees at each time. When I enter the diagnostic mode by
‘Turn machine OFF on the front panel. Hold down the Water Temp Down button and press the POWER button. Release buttons. You are in Diagnostic mode. Press advance once, press the spin speed up button until the hold and slow are lit. Write down the LEDS which are lit across the top row of progress LEDS. ‘ the following lights are lit
00101011.
Does anyone what the problem is and how to fix it? 😕
Re: Fisher & Paykel GW701-U fault diagnosis
You’re one digit short on the diagnostics, but I suspect that you have a problem with the water level control system – check the hose to the pressure switch for holes and cuts. Failing that possibly the pressure switch itself, but not a regular one.
Power off if you’re going inside.
Regards,
Penguin45.Re: Fisher & Paykel GW701-U fault diagnosis
Not sure where the extra digit will come from. There are only eight wash progress lights (plus three delay start lights which are all off).
No obvious holes/cuts or leaks but thanks for the help. Might have to bite the bullet & call in the F&P repair man, complete with his inflated prices. Bugger….
Re: Fisher & Paykel GW701-U fault diagnosis
It is the OOB switch. Turn the power off and remove the top console/buttonpanel. Carefully remove the motor controller and the OOB switch and bracket is on the RH side. U should see signs of corrosion. New sealed OOB switch assy P/n 420313, should be avaliable from a local part supplier. Dont pick up the phone just yet.
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