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Our Frigidaire Affinity washer has error code E47

It goes through all cycles fine except it won't do the final spin, it will drain the water and we hear it leaving, but it won't spin, however, it does spin for the wash cycle.

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The error code E47 means your door latch/lock assembly is bad.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 13, 2010

SOURCE: I have a frigidaire affinity front loader washer

There is an auxiliary switch in the door lock and switch assembly that is activated at the end of the wash cycle for the machine to advance to the spin cycle. This is a safety feature to prevent the door from opening during the spin cycle and the machine will not spin unless the switch is activated. The machine works except advancing to the spin cycle and this signifies that the auxiliary switch cannot be activated and the door lock and switch assembly is faulty. Replaced the door lock and switch assembly (part #131763202) to address the issue.

Disconnect power to the machine. Open the washer door then look for the retaining hoop securing the door seal around the lip of the door opening. Stretch the retainer spring of the door seal retaining hoop then remove it.
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Carefully peel off part of the door seal from the lip of the door opening near the door lock and switch assembly. Remove enough of the door seal to gain access to the door lock and switch assembly.
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Remove the screws securing the door lock and switch assembly to the front panel. Once the screws are removed, lift the door lock and switch assembly then pull it away from the front panel.
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Take the door lock and switch assembly out of the machine. Disconnect the electrical connections then connect it to the new door lock and switch assembly.
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Put the new door lock and switch assembly back into position in the front panel and secure it with the securing screws.

Properly put the eased part of the door seal back over the lip of the door opening then secure it with the retaining hoop.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 12, 2008

SOURCE: Washer will not Spin during SPIN CYCLES

IT IS THE DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY, COST AROUND $50.00 WHICH IS FAR BETTER THAN $300.00, WHAT A SERVICE REPAIR PERSON WILL CHARGE YOU. YEA IT'S THE CRAZIEST THING IMAGINABLE, THE DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY BEING THE CAUSE FOR IT TO NOT SPIN ALL THE WATER OUT. I FIXED MINE MYSELF, HAD TO TAKE IT ALL APART VERY CAREFULLY, BUT I SAVED MYSELF $250.00. YOU CAN GET THE PART ONLINE OR GO TO NEAREST APPLIANCE PARTS STORE IN YOUR CITY. ASK FOR DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY. THEY WILL KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU'RE TALKING ABOUT BECAUSE IT IS A VERY COMMON, I REPEAT VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS BRAND OF WASHING MACHINE.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 12, 2010

SOURCE: Frigidaire affinity front load. Starts

Hello,

Welcome to FixYa.

Based on what you've described,...you likely need a door lock/switch assembly.

The door latch is likely the single most common fault (which prevent's any spin, and consequently drenching wet clothing at the end of the cycle) with the frigidaire/electrolux built washer's, aside from pump's being obstructed.

I think it fool's many people because the lock indicates it is energized on the panel, however the built in "monitor" switch inside the assembly fail's. I do see a lot of these particular machine's...unfortunately.

You should be able to purchase one at most local brick & mortar stores or on-line part's depot's such as "searspartsdirect.com" "repairclininc.com" to name a couple. They usually sell for about $50 or so, part # 1531974 ( # at repairclinic.com ) and are relatively easy to replace. It should resemble the image here...

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As for replacing said switch, There are a couple ways to access it, through the top and squeezing your arm down the front or the way I prefer, remove the front bellows spring/retainer.

1) **unplug the washer from the wall...safety first of course.**

2) Remove the spring, get it started where the spring is located with a small screwdriver. Once you`ve got the spring/retainer off ( it comes off and on pretty easy by hand ) pull the gasket/bellows back away from the cabinet.



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3) Undo the two screws holding the switch to the cabinet, pull the switch out ( there is just enough slack in the wires so don`t pull too hard ) and swap the wires from the old assembly to the new one and you`re in business.

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4) To put it back together, just reverse the removal procedure. The trickiest part is the retainer. Rap the retainer around the boot leaving the spring for the last...and make sure the spring is located at the 6 o`clock position...usually. Just wherever it was initially.

Let me know if you need further assistance going forward or if my instructions are not clear.

P.S.
There is a slim chance of a faulty motor or motor control board, but that would not be where I would direct you to start...those are exceptions rather than the rule.


Thank you for visiting FixYa today. Good luck.

Regards,


Macmarkus :)

docjohn174

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  • Posted on Oct 04, 2008

SOURCE: frigidaire affinity front loading washer won't drain

HI .THANKS FOR YOUR QUESTION. THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE WATER PUMP.REMOVE 2 SCREWS AT BOTTOM OF FRONT PANEL . PUMP ON RIGHT .REMOVE HOSES AND CLEAN OUT THANKS THE APPLIANCE DOC.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 10, 2009

SOURCE: washer will not spin, will not spin in any spin cycle

Your water pump is clogged

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WHY DO I GET ERROR E47 WHEN THE SPIN CYCLE IS SUPPOSED TO START?

Good Afternoon Friend,

I understand you are receiving an E47 when the spin cycle is supposed to start, on your Frigidaire Affinity washer, model# ATF7000E. The E47 code states that the control board of you appliance thinks that the door is open. This could also be a false error code. I suggest resetting your washer, by either unplugging it or shutting the power of at your home's circuit breaker, for 3-5 minutes. Once power is restored, start any cycle. I ask that you please follow up with a comment on the post, at your convenience, to advise if further troubleshooting is needed or if your appliances status has changed successfully. Hope this is helpful.

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Frigidaire Affinity Common Error Codes. (E4A, E9E, E56, E46 and more)

Hi.

This error codes apply to Frigidaire Affinity washers and dryers:

E11 - Fill time too long.

E13 - Water leak in tub, or air leak in air bell.

E14 - Reed switch.

E21 - Water not pumping out fast enough.

E23 - Drain pump relay on control board failed.

E24 - Drain pump relay on control board failed.

E31 - Pressure sensor not communicating with control board.

E35 - Pressure sensor indicates water overfill.

E41 - Control board indicates door switch is open.

E42 - Door remains locked after cycle is completed.

E43 - Control board problem

E44 - Control board problem.

E45 - Control board problem.

E46 - Control board problem.

E47 - Control board is sensing the door PTC circuit is open during spin.

E48 - Control board is sensing the door PTC circuit is closed.

E4A - Program Timeout Fault.

E52 - Bad signal from tacho generator.

E55 - Motor overheating.

E56 - High motor current.

E57 - High current on inverter.

E58 - High current on motor phase.

E59 - No tacho signal for 3 seconds.

E5A - High temperature on heat sink.

E5B - High temperature on heat sink.

E5C - High temperature on heat sink.

E5D - Communication problem.

E5E - Communication problem.

E5F - Communication problem.

E67 - Input voltage on microprocessor incorrect.

E75 - Water temperature sensor circuit (digital readout models only).

E76 - NTC temperature for the cold water valve over the limits

E95 - Communication error.

E9E -Voltage error.

EB1 - Incoming power frequency out of limits.

EB2 - incoming line voltage above 130 VAC.

EB3 - Incoming line voltage below 90 VAC.

EF1 - Clogged drain pump.

EF2 - Too much soap.
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