Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

[evo360]

Hi, I have a WDL540 washer dryer and it has decided to pack in. The option lights flash along the bottom and I get 4 lights at the right hand side, 1-4 illuminated (from the bottom up). I suspect it is a pump related issue as the machine appears to work up until the pump kicks in. The pump runs for around five seconds then the lights start to flash and the door unlocks. I have stripped the pump and hoses down, the sump was full of coins but cleared it all out and re assembled. The pump impeller spins and water does exit the machine until it starts flashing.

New pump?

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

That error code is supposed to signify no drying, possibly dryer relay open circuit.???

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[evo360]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

really? it happens even out of the drying cycles, just on pump out or spin this is happening? strange, Can an unrelated component which is not used for the selected cycle still have an influence on the operation?

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

It’s an Indesit, it has electronics that are known to be flaky to say the least, anything is possible. 🙁

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[evo360]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Can no one else shed any light on the issue? I have swapped the pump but it is still acting up. I thought this error code could be easily deciphered?

[Washman]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Hi

iadom has already answered you query.
Check all the parts of the dryer.
The machine is made by Indesit as iadom says so the electronics can show up weird codes unrelated to the actual fault.

[evo360]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

heater element O/C. Cheers guys!

[evo360]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Is it possible to run the washer dryer with no element? My supplier cant get the element until thursday, Can I simply short the two wires out? or do I need some resistance in there too?

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Short the two wires out,!!!!!! that question tells me that you really should not be putting your hands anywhere near an electrical appliance. I strongly advise you to get someone with proper electrical knowledge to attend to it before you do some serious damage.

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[evo360]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

:boops: Fair enough, just thought that I would be closing the circuit which was opened due to the element breaking. Without giving me a huge lesson, can you explain to me what the difference is between connecting the two wires with and without the element in circuit 😐

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

The difference will be a bang/ flash. It may take out the fuse or rcd but could just as likely take out the main circuit board. :eeek:

[uktrademanager]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

hi all,

I have the same problem, I wanted to clarify which element would be causing the issue?

is it washing heat element (don’t think it is this one)
or dry heating element?

http://www.buyspares.co.uk/washing-mach … ref=649117

or

http://www.buyspares.co.uk/washing-mach … ref=649117

help is much appreciated.

Thank you all

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Have you actually tested the element electrically for continuity/resistance/insulation?

Full model, serial number and commercial code needed to identify correct element, always assuming that it is actually faulty.

[uktrademanager]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Hi iadom,

thank you for your quick response. I have not checked it yet,. I was hoping to narrow down before I check it tomorrow.

the details I have at the moment is it is a Hotpoint WDL540g.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint WDL540 4 light error code

Cart before the horse, why try and find out which heater is needed before you even know its faulty?

Serial number and commercial code a must, its on a small label inside the door, also may be on the back of the washer.

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