ERROR CODE EXPLAINED
Fisher & Paykel Top Load Washer
Fisher & Paykel Top Load Washer 40 Error Code
What it means
The washer detected a bowl disengage fault.
Try this first
- Stop the washer.
- Remove excessive laundry if the washer is overloaded.
- Check for obvious items caught between accessible basket surfaces.
- Do not dismantle the drive system.
- Arrange service if the fault remains.
Can I keep using it?⚠ Mechanical fault
Repair usually required?⚠ Service may be required
If the error keeps returning
Fisher & Paykel identifies fault 40 as a bowl disengage fault.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
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