Sharp Washing Machine Error Codes

Sharp Corporation, formerly known as Hayakawa Metal Works, was founded in 1912. A Japanese multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells electronics all over the world. With headquarters in Sakai-Ku, the company is majorly owned by Foxconn Group. While being around for decades Sharp did not get to manufacturing washing machines and ovens till 2014.

Currently, the company offers a wide range of selections on their washer and dryers and is working on introducing more cost-effective and energy-saving solutions. With a wide selection, you are finally able to control the purchase and choose a product based on your unique requirements.

Washers need to be a reliable source, but can easily give away unexpectedly. A common issue that mostly has a quick and easy fix. To help you out we have listed down some of the most common error codes for Sharp washers. Using the exact error code you can determine and even fix the issue your sharp washer is facing.

ES-U10HT Model-Sharp Washing Machine Error Codes

It generates a beep when washing machine indicates abnormal display. If not connected in 10 min, it turns off automatically. Because the phenomenon may not be a fault, please check it again before sending the machine for repair. In the case of failure, please consult the maintenance department. Be sure not to disassemble and repair the machine without permission.

Error Code	Possible Failure and Solution
E1	Low flow at the faucet. Inclease water supply, press START / PAUSE key.
	The faucet is closed. Turn the faucet on, press START/PAUSE key.
	Water inlet filter net is blocked. Clean filter net, press START/PAUSE key
E2	Top cover is opened as the reservation course starts. Close top cover.
	Top cover is not closed during spin drying. Close top cover.
E3	The drain position is relatively high. Adjust drain hose properly, press START/PAUSE key
	The end of drain hose is blocked. Clean drain hose, press START/PAUSE key.
	Drain hose is folded/ crumpled/tied. Clean drain hose, press START/PAUSE key.
E4	Washing machine inclines or is shaky. Washing machine place the horizontally with adjusting the foots
	The clothing is lopsided. Distribute the clothing evenly
E5	Draining position is relatively high. Lower down the drain hose, press START/PAUSE button.
	Drainage hose is frozen or blocked. Defreeze/unblock drainage hose, press START/PAUSE button.
	Drainage hose is bent, squeezed, tangled. Smooth out drainage hose, press START/PAUSE button.
E7	Lid do not close when safety lock is on. Close the lid in 10s and program will resume itself; if lid is still open after 10s, machine will start draining. To resume, deselect SAFETY LOCK mode.
C2	Water level sensor shows an abnormal level. Water level sensor shows an abnormal level.
U9	Top cover opened in the situation of CHILD LOCK. Turn the power off, and take it from the top. CHILD LOCK is not released, unless you reset it manually
EC6	Clutch mechanism failure, Main board defective, Wiring/connection problem.

Model ES-GFC Sharp Washing Machine Error Codes

Your Washing Machine is equipped with a built-in fault detection system which shows any fault details on the electronic display. The most common failure codes are shown below. If your machine displays a code not shown, or if the problem persists after you have taken corrective action, consult the Sharp helpdesk.

Error Code	Possible Failure	Solution
E01	The door is not shut properly	Shut the door properly so that you hear the click
E02	The water level in your machine may be low, or the water pressure may be low	Check that the cold water tap is fully turned on
E03	The pump has failed, or the pump filter is obstructed	Check that the cold water tap is fully turned on
E04	There is an excessive amount of water in your Washing Machine	Your Washing Machine will automatically drain the water. Turn your Washing Machine off, unplug it and contact the Sharp helpdesk
	There is no water supply or the mains water pressure is low	Check mains water supply is on and has sufficient pressure. If the mains supply has been cut off, switch the control dial to Stop and re-select the programme once the supply has been restored.
	Faulty pump or clogged pump filter	The pump filter may be clogged. Check and clean if necessary

Model ES-D Sharp Washing Machine Error Codes

PROBLEM	CHECK POINT
	• Did you connect the inlet hose and open the water tap? • Is the inlet hose or the water tap frozen? • Is the water supply shut off? • Does foreign matter block up the inlet hose filter?
	• Is the drain hose frozen or blocked up by dirt? • Is the drain hose kinked or deformed? • Is the end of the drain hose immersed in water? • Is there excessive dirt inside the pump housing?
	• Is the clothes in the tub collected on one side? • Is the washing machine installed on an uneven floor or is the vibration serious? • Is the lid open? (The lamp LE will light up in this case.)
The washer will not operate at all.	• Is there a power failure? • Is the power cord correctly connected to an electric outlet? • Is the electric fuse broken? • Did you turn on the power? • Did you press Start/Pause button? • Is there correct amount of water in the tub?

Sharp Washer Troubleshooting

If your Washing Machine is not operating as expected, you may find a simple solution listed in the table below. If your Washing Machine is not working and one or more of the indicator lights are flashing, this means that the automatic error detection system has diagnosed a fault.

Fault: Your Washing Machine does not operate

Possible Cause:

1. It is switched off at the mains
2. The programme dial is in the off position
3. The door is not shut properly

Solution:

1. Check that your Washing Machine is plugged in and turned on at the mains
2. Use the programme dial to select the desired programme
3. Check that the door ‘clicks’ shut

Fault: Your Washing Machine does not receive water

Possible Cause:

1. The cold water supply tap is off
2. The water fill hose is bent, twisted, kinked or trapped

Solution:

1. Check that the cold water supply tap is fully turned on
2. Check that there are no bends, twists or kinks and that the fill hose is not trapped

Fault: Your Washing Machine does not receive water

Possible Cause: The water inlet filters are blocked

Solution: Clean the water inlet filters.

Fault: Your Washing Machine is not draining water

Possible Cause:

1. The drain hose is bent, twisted, kinked or trapped
2. The pump filter is obstructed
3. Your laundry is too tightly packed together in the drum

Solution:

1. Check the drain hose and straighten out any kinks, twists or bends
2. Clean the pump filter.
3. Check that your laundry is spread out

Fault: Your Washing Machine is vibrating

Possible Cause:

1. The feet of your machine are not correctly adjusted
2. The transit bolts are not removed

Solution:

1. Adjust the feet.
2. Remove the transit bolts.

Fault: There is excessive foam in the detergent drawer

Possible Cause: Too much detergent has been used

Solution: Press the Start/Pause button. To stop the foam, dilute one tablespoon of softener into 1/2 litre of water and pour into the detergent drawer. Press the Start/Pause button after 5-10 mins

Fault: There is excessive foam in the detergent drawer

Possible Cause: The wrong detergent has been used

Solution: Only use detergents produced for automatic Washing Machines

Fault: The washing result is not as expected

Possible Cause:

1. Your laundry is too dirty for the programme you’ve selected
2. Not enough detergent used
3. There is too much laundry in your Washing Machine

Solution:

1. Use the information on pages 25 to 30 to select the most appropriate programme
2. Use the amount of detergent as instructed on the packaging
3. Check that the maximum capacity of your Washing Machine is not exceeded.

Fault: The water from the machine is drained as soon as it is filled

Possible Cause: The end of the water drain hose may be too low

Solution: Check that the drain hose is at a suitable height.

Fault: The spin cycle does not take place

Possible Cause: The in-built sensor has prevented your Washing Machine from operating with an out-of-balance load

Solution: Avoid small wash loads containing items that could become heavy through water absorption

Cleaning

Filters

Water Inlet Filters:

Water inlet filters prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering your machine. It is recommended that these filters are cleaned when your machine is unable to receive sufficient water, although your water supply is on and the tap is open.

To clean the water inlet filters:

1. Unscrew the water inlet hose from the Washing Machine by turning the hose anticlockwise and gently pulling.
2. To remove the water inlet filter from the water inlet valve, use a pair of long-nosed pliers to gently pull on the plastic bar in the filter.
3. Clean the filter thoroughly with a soft brush, wash with soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
4. Re-insert the filter by gently pushing it back into place.

A second water inlet filter is located in the tap end of the water inlet hose. To remove the second water inlet filter:

1. Use a pair of long-nosed pliers to gently pull on the plastic bar in the filter.
2. Clean the filter thoroughly with a soft brush and wash with soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
3. Re-insert the filter by gently pushing it back into place.

Pump Filter:

The pump filter system in your Washing Machine prolongs the life of the pump by preventing lint from entering your machine. We recommend that you clean the pump filter every 2-3 months. The pump filter is located behind the cover on the front-lower right corner.

CAUTION: The water in the pump may be hot, wait for it cool before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance.

Cleaning the Pump Filter:

1. Before opening the filter cover, place a container under the filter cover to collect any water left in the machine. Pull the top of the cover forwards using the finger groove, until the pump filter is fully exposed
2. Loosen the filter by turning anti-clockwise and remove by pulling. Wait for the water to drain.
3. Remove any foreign materials from the filter with a soft brush.
4. Move the pump by hand to check that it rotates freely.
5. Clean the pump with a soft brush.

After Cleaning:

1. Re-fit the filter by inserting it and turning clockwise.
2. Close the filter cover.

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