E18
What code E18 means on a Beko washing machines, what causes it, and which part to check first.
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Beko E18 means: If there is this error on your machine's screen, you have thrown an unbalanced load on the machine, i.e. you have placed things like large sheets next to small laundry, so when your machine starts to spin, the load remains at the bottom of the belly because it cannot open and spread these clothes on the wings. There. The documented cause is: solution is to stop the machine, remove the large or small laundry, spin it again and you will see that your machine has improved
What E18 means
If there is this error on your machine's screen, you have thrown an unbalanced load on the machine, i.e. you have placed things like large sheets next to small laundry, so when your machine starts to spin, the load remains at the bottom of the belly because it cannot open and spread these clothes on the wings. There
The display shows E18 and the machine stops until the fault is cleared.
What the technical documentation says
Causes documented in the technical source published by centriassistenza.org
| DOCUMENTED CAUSE OR CHECK |
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| solution is to stop the machine, remove the large or small laundry, spin it again and you will see that your machine has improved |
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Before you open anything
Unplug the machine and close the water tap before removing any panel. Water and mains electricity sit centimetres apart inside a washing machine. If the drum still holds water, drain it from the filter first — it can be scalding.
What to check, in order
From the quickest check to the one that needs a technician.
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Frequently asked questions
What does E18 mean on a Beko?
If there is this error on your machine's screen, you have thrown an unbalanced load on the machine, i.e. you have placed things like large sheets next to small laundry, so when your machine starts to spin, the load remains at the bottom of the belly because it cannot open and spread these clothes on the wings. There The documented cause is: solution is to stop the machine, remove the large or small laundry, spin it again and you will see that your machine has improved
Can I fix E18 myself?
It depends on the part involved: solution is to stop the machine, remove the large or small laundry, spin it again and you will see that your machine has improved Clearing a filter or straightening a hose is within reach of anyone; anything behind a panel means mains electricity and water together — that is a job for a technician.
Does Beko use other codes on this appliance?
Yes: we document 12 other codes for Beko on this washing machines. They are listed at the bottom of this page, each with its own meaning.
Does the same code mean the same thing on other brands?
Often not. The same two characters can point to completely different faults depending on the manufacturer — always check the page for your own brand.