Zanussi Electrolux ZWF 1430 W (E20 error)

Hi I have a Zanussi Electrolux ZWF 1430 W and it's coming up with an E20 error code. The machine starts off OK but after about 25 minutes the Error Code E20 starts flashing in display and the machine stops with all the water still inside. I tried pausing the machine and skiping on to the next cycle and at first the machine strats spining again but after a few minutes the machine just stops and no error messages come up. I have misplaced the manual so can't look up what the error code means and shall be grateful if you could help me rectify the problem or shed some more light on it. Many thanks

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Anonymous Mar 31, 2008

e20 error keeps comng up have looked at the drain pipe and that s fine what can i do now
LJ Maxi Apr 06, 2008

I have the Zanussi WJS 1265 W. When E20 shows, I empty the filter at the front of the machine - bottom right - and all is fine again.
pcotier May 27, 2008

again ours stops at various ponts in the cycle and comes up with E 20.

we ahve just skipped to next part of cycle but problem keps recurring
Anonymous Nov 23, 2008

keep getting E20 code too. Have checked pipes and pump but cannot find any blockage anywhere. Even flushed through with hose pipe!
LJ Maxi May 11, 2010

I have a WJS 1265 W washer/dryer and can't find the manual.

Can anyone tell me what the E10 error is please..?? It happened while drying.

Thanks...

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Check water "forreign object trap". It's under the lid at the bottom of the machine. First drain water by pulling out the hose and pull out the plug. Then unscrew the trap. Have had this E20 error twice. First it was two coins there, next it was a big paperclip. Have worked fine ever since. Zanussi Electrolux ZWF 1430 W (E20 error) - 11_20_2011_8_57_27_am.jpg

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Http://www.serviceforce.co.uk/pdfs/U21039.pdf

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Hi, i have a zanussi zwf 1430 w washine machine and it keeps coming up with the error e50 . could you let me know what this means. thank you

Posted on Jul 19, 2011

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E20 is "A problem with water draining" Solutions: The drain hose may be squashed or kinked The drain pump may be blocked

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