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OEM VERIFIED BENCH
OFFICIAL FAULT CODEE12
Faure
Faure // OFFICIAL DIAGNOSTIC BENCH

Faure E12

Washing MachineWater Inlet Valve, Aquastop & Flowmeter
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Symptom / Description

FAULT

Faure FWG / FWF Series / Magic'45 Compact Washer: Condenser water fill error E12 on washer-dryer; cold water injection for condensation fails during dry cycle.

TELEMETRY // LIVESIG: FAULT_DETECTED

Root Cause

ROOT CAUSE

On Faure (Faure FWG / FWF Series / Magic'45 Compact Washer) models: Secondary solenoid valve for drying condenser open-circuit (expected 3.8–4.4 kΩ), lime buildup in condenser nozzle, or dedicated triac failure on main PCB.

CIRCUIT // SUBSYSTEMLOGIC: ROOT_ISOLATED

Repair Instructions

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1Measure resistance across the drying condenser solenoid valve coil (expected ~4 kΩ). Clean nozzle orifice in rear air duct. Press and hold Départ/Pause and Annulation buttons for 6 seconds until all status indicators flash synchronously and clear fault memory.
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Direct extraction from OEM factory manuals & wiring schematics

Field Actions

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Electrical & Safety Protocol

Always disconnect appliance from 230V/400V mains before opening panels. Use CAT III multimeter for circuit testing.

CALIBRATED BENCH PROTOCOL // CAT III 600V

Workshop Verification & Safety Checklist

WORKSHOP VERIFICATION PROTOCOLWater Inlet Valve, Aquastop & FlowmeterWashing Machine
2. Multimeter & Electrical Bench Tests (Ω)
MODE: OHMMETER (Ω)AUTO-RANGE
Precision digital multimeter probes measuring electrical resistance in Ohms on an appliance control board
CALIBRATED METROLOGY RESISTANCE BENCH (CAT III)
Nominal Resistance (Ω)
3.5kΩ–4.5kΩ (Standard 230V) / 2.0kΩ–4.2kΩ (Aquastop)NOMINAL
0 Ω (SHORT)CALIBRATED BAND∞ OL (OPEN)
▲ NOMINAL OPERATING WINDOW
Target Component:Solenoid Valve Coil / Aquastop Pneumatic Valve
Test Pins & Connections
PROBE (+)
PROBE (-)
Across coil spade terminals (disconnect harness first)
Tolerance & Diagnostic Criteria±10%. Open circuit (OL) indicates burned solenoid coil. Flowmeter turbine reed switch pulses on flow.
1. Pre-Intervention Electrical Safety Protocols
  • !Electrical Safety Protocol: Disconnect electrical power before touching solenoid valve coils or Aquastop connectors.
  • !Firmly shut off the domc water supply tap before unscrewing the inlet hose fitting.
  • !Check safety base drip tray for accumulated water triggering the anti-flood polystyrene float switch.
3. Preliminary Mechanical & Visual Checks
  • Remove and clean sediment and sand particles from the 3/4" inlet hose metal mesh filter.
  • Verify domestic dynamic water pressure is between 1.0 and 10.0 bar (0.1 to 1.0 MPa).
  • Inspect outer Aquastop hose jacket for expansion, pinch damage, or internal leak reservoir triggering.
Perform these diagnostic steps before triggering AI Deep Search or replacing boards.Certified Workshop Routine

Frequently Asked Questions: Faure E12

FAQ TREE
What does error code E12 mean on a Faure appliance?

Faure error code E12 indicates: Faure FWG / FWF Series / Magic'45 Compact Washer: Condenser water fill error E12 on washer-dryer; cold water injection for condensation fails during dry cycle..

What is the root cause of Faure error code E12?

The primary root cause for Faure code E12 is: On Faure (Faure FWG / FWF Series / Magic'45 Compact Washer) models: Secondary solenoid valve for drying condenser open-circuit (expected 3.8–4.4 kΩ), lime buildup in condenser nozzle, or dedicated triac failure on main PCB..

How do I fix or resolve Faure error code E12?

To resolve error code E12: Measure resistance across the drying condenser solenoid valve coil (expected ~4 kΩ). Clean nozzle orifice in rear air duct. Press and hold Départ/Pause and Annulation buttons for 6 seconds until all status indicators flash synchronously and clear fault memory.

Is it safe to clear Faure error code E12 by resetting power?

Resetting power (unplugging for 5–10 minutes) clears temporary memory errors. However, if Faure code E12 persists, the physical component causing On Faure (Faure FWG / FWF Series / Magic'45 Compact Washer) models: Secondary solenoid valve for drying condenser open-circuit (expected 3.8–4.4 kΩ), lime buildup in condenser nozzle, or dedicated triac failure on main PCB. must be inspected or replaced.

How do I test electrical resistance for Faure code E12 using a multimeter?

Set a digital multimeter to ohms (Ω). Disconnect power and test Solenoid Valve Coil / Aquastop Pneumatic Valve across Across coil spade terminals (disconnect harness first). Expected nominal reading is 3.5kΩ–4.5kΩ (Standard 230V) / 2.0kΩ–4.2kΩ (Aquastop). Tolerance: ±10%. Open circuit (OL) indicates burned solenoid coil. Flowmeter turbine reed switch pulses on flow..

What safety protocol must be followed before servicing Faure code E12?

Standard electrical safety protocol: 1. Disconnect 230V mains power before opening panels. 2. Verify zero voltage at test points. 3. Allow hot water or heating elements to cool below 30°C before handling.

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