When the Indesit washing machine generates a DTC F 14, this allows you to diagnose and solve the problem yourself. However, first you need to figure out what the F14 error on the display means and why the laundry remains wet after drying.
On the electromechanical models of CMA Indesit, the “Delay in washing” - “Super wash” - “Quick wash” lamps may light up. This means that the heating element does not work.
Causes of the problem
If you notice that the laundry remains wet after washing and drying, this may be the reason why the machine gives error code F14:
- Damage to the heater.
- The safety thermostat of the electric heater has tripped.
- The TEN fan is out of order.
- The presence of water in the tank.
There may also be defects in the wiring that connects the control module to the heater.
The last and unlikely version when flashing error F14 is a fault on the control board. But before considering this option, it is necessary to exclude other factors.
Home help
When the Indesit washing machine shows F14 on the display, you need to know how to fix it.
It is necessary to exclude a program crash. To do this, reboot and try to reset the error. If these steps do not help, proceed to the next step.
Malfunction of the heating element
Who knows what the cause of the failure is in the heater? The washing machine normally erases, but the laundry is wet when you take it out. So, the drying did not work.
- Disconnect SMA Indesit.
- Remove the top panel.
- Unscrew the bracket and remove the door cuff.
- Disconnect the wires and open the heating chamber.
- Remove the screws securing the heater.
- Take out the heater and check it with a multimeter in case of open circuit.
- If there is a malfunction, install the new heater in the reverse order.
The reason for the safety thermostat
Clothing remains wet when the thermostat is triggered. Perhaps you overloaded the washing machine with laundry, as a result, the electric heater overheated, and the protection worked. You can solve the problem by dividing the clothes into several parts and drying them one by one.
A faulty TEN fan also leads to its overheating, the appearance of an error code. How to fix the problem? Replace fan.
You can remove the error F14 by checking the air duct for blockage, if the other methods have not led to anything. What you have to do: disassemble the dryer and eliminate the blockage, and then check the Indesit washing machine for performance.
Bad drain
The drain filter could also become clogged. The water does not drain completely; as a result, we get wet laundry from the Indesit machine. Check filter, clean if necessary. Do not forget about the drain hose, which also does not hurt to rinse.
Recognizing F14 error, you can easily troubleshoot all malfunctions. If the above methods did not work, it is better to contact a service center.