I have an Indesit model IWD5123. I have been getting an error message F01 and the machine has locked shut with a load of washing inside. I have tried turning the machine off at the wall but whatever I do, the door won't open. I have placed a call for an engineer to visit, but they can't get here until Monday. How can I get my washing out before then??

maytag washer with error code F01 means a obstruction in a hose or tube, not a control panel issue like people say. How can I clear the small tube? see pics

It is probably not turning enough to allow it to be removed- maybe because there is crud jamming it. try rotating it back and forth to attempt to free it. You could use gas pliers to add more force to turn it, but be careful not to break it.

Tip the machine up & look inside up high, you
should find a bag with the diagnostic service
manual & it has the codes

Hi from retired Englishman in SW France,

For most models of Indesit (Hotpoint, Ariston) 'F01' states 'motor triac short circuit- check motor and module connections'. Sorry but it looks like a service call ;-0(

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John C

F01 means the machine thinks that you have pressed start and the door is still open, so, either the door is not completely shut or you will need a new door interlock (part number 182154) you can get the part by calling 0844 892 8979 (UK) or http://www.bosch-home.co.uk/customer-service/spare-parts-accessories.html. Or the connection to the door lock is not loose or detached.Hope this helps

f01 light 4, motor triac
f02 light 3 motor, jammed/ tacho
f03 lights 3&4 Ntc fault
f04 light 2. pressure sw stuck on empty
f05 lights 2&4, pressure sw stuck on full
f06 lights 2&3, N/A?
f07 lights 2&3&4 heater relay
f08 light 1. heater relay
f09 lights 1&4 eprom/setup error
f10 lights 1&3, pressure switch not sensing
f11 lights 1&3&4, pump/draining error
f12 lights 1&2, communication error
f13 lights 1&2&4, dryer ntc/ fan motor
f14 lights 1&2&3, dryer heater
f15 lights 1&2&3&4, dryer heater relay
f16 N/A
f17 light 4, door lock
f18 light 3 comms error (3 phase motor) power board

f1 and f17 share the same light

Hi from retired Englishman in SW France,
For most Indesit (Hotpoint and Ariston) models 'F01' often refers to the 'motor triac- check connections' but for a number of faults apparently poor PCB connections are often the cause so try this/these first. If you are not electrically confident and competent yourself, which you appear to be, you need to employ the skills of a partner, friend or service engineer ;-0)
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Thanks and good luck!
John C

F01 means short circuit motor triac.
Check all connections on motor, motor plug and leads, and the control module.
Hope this helps.
Thankyou.

F01 is indicating a short circuit motor triac, this is part of the control that controls the main motor. You have no option but to call Hotpoint (indesit) and book an engineer as it is something you can't do youself..Sorry , but that is your course of action.only
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