E55
What code E55 means on a Frigidaire washing machines, what causes it, and which part to check first.
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Frigidaire E55 means: Drive motor under speed. The documented cause is: Unplug the washer and remove the drive belt. Spin the motor pulley. If it doesn't spin freely, replace the drive motor.
What E55 means
Drive motor under speed
The display shows E55 and the machine stops until the fault is cleared.
What the technical documentation says
Causes documented in the technical source published by applianceaid.com
| DOCUMENTED CAUSE OR CHECK |
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| Unplug the washer and remove the drive belt |
| Spin the motor pulley |
| If it doesn't spin freely, replace the drive motor |
| If the motor spins freely, rotate the large drive pulley on the back of the washer tub to check the spin bearing |
| If the pulley doesn't spin freely, you'll usually need to replace the outer tub and spin basket because the spin bearing failed |
| If the motor pulley and drive pulley both spin freely, then you could have a bad motor windings or a defective motor control board |
Replacement parts
Tools you'll need
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 E55 mean on a Frigidaire?
Drive motor under speed The documented cause is: Unplug the washer and remove the drive belt. Spin the motor pulley. If it doesn't spin freely, replace the drive motor. If the motor spins freely, rotate the large drive pulley on the back of the washer tub to check the spin bearing. If the pulley doesn't spin freely, you'll usually need to replace the outer tub and spin basket because the spin bearing failed. If the motor pulley and drive pulley both spin freely, then you could have a bad motor windings or a defective motor control board
Can I fix E55 myself?
It depends on the part involved: Unplug the washer and remove the drive belt. Spin the motor pulley. If it doesn't spin freely, replace the drive motor. If the motor spins freely, rotate the large drive pulley on the back of the washer tub to check the spin bearing. If the pulley doesn't spin freely, you'll usually need to replace the outer tub and spin basket because the spin bearing failed. If the motor pulley and drive pulley both spin freely, then you could have a bad motor windings or a defective motor control board 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 Frigidaire use other codes on this appliance?
Yes: we document 39 other codes for Frigidaire 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.