Indesit error code F07
It seems that a common error code on Indesit washing machines is error code 7. This code can show itself as F 007 or with washing machines that have a rotating control dial the door lock light can flash in cycles of seven times.
This error code usually means, “heater relay stuck”.
The heater is switched on via a relay built into the main PCB. This relay is known to get jammed causing error code 7. In my experience this has usually meant a new PCB needed fitting and as the PCB comes without the main processor EEPROM chip one of those is needed also.
This repair is going to be expensive. I have heard anecdotally of engineers freeing off the jammed relay by giving it a firm tap. However, I would not expect such a repair to last as the chances are the relay would just get stuck again later on.
If a washing machine is still under the five-year parts warranty it would be cheaper to let the manufacture fit these parts but although the parts would be free the labour is going to be about £90.
Related links:
- Washing machine stops with lights flashing (General comment on how to decipher error codes manifesting as flashing lights)
- Program selector knob (dial) clicks round continuously (general advice on error code matters manifesting as rotating control knobs)
- PCB repairs and testing (This company may be able to test and/or repair your washing machine pcb
Written By - Washerhelp on June 20th, 2008 with
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Karl
The machine is likely to sucumb to grease and grime eventually thaough as described here –
#1. December 12th, 2009, at 4:23 PM.
I had this fault, it turned out to be a broken wire to the heater itself.
This would be detected as a relay stuck in the OFF position.
It was a simple repair.