Written by
Nora Halvorsen Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeE45 Door Sensing Fault
ApplianceWasher
Tech data sheet A11200302 gives E45 as a line door sensing failure. It applies to Electrolux front-load washers; the sheet flags select models where relevant.
What to do about E45
The sheet lists no owner steps. Because the fault is about the door, keep the washer unplugged until a technician has seen it.
E41: the control board believes the door switch is open.
Washer repair in San Francisco and nearby
Electrolux washer service covers San Francisco and the wider Bay Area. For E45, use Electrolux washer repair and dial (415) 449-0036, quoting the model number and any steps you already took.
Model compatibility: Electrolux reuses codes across series and model years, so E45 Door Sensing Fault may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
A line door sensing failure.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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