Foster Error Codes & Diagnostics
Complete B2B dictionary of fault codes, troubleshooting steps, and repair manuals for Foster home appliances, including Washing Machines, Dishwashers, Ovens, Dryers, and Refrigerators.
15 Verified Codes in Database
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| Code | Fault / Diagnostics | Appliances | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| E01 | Door lock fault Info: The washing machine door is not securely closed, or the door interlock mechanism is faulty. | Washing Machine | |
| E1 | Water inlet fault Info: The appliance is not filling with water. This can be due to a closed water tap, a kinked or blocked inlet hose, or a faulty solenoid valve. | Dishwasher | |
| E02 | Water inlet fault Info: Machine is not filling with water in the allotted time. The water tap is closed, inlet hose is kinked, or the water inlet valve is blocked or faulty. | Washing Machine | |
| E2 | Drainage fault Info: Water is not being pumped out of the appliance. The drain filter may be clogged, the drain hose could be kinked or blocked, or the drain pump may be faulty. | Dishwasher | |
| E03 | Drainage fault Info: The machine has failed to drain the water. The drain pump filter is blocked, the drain hose is obstructed, or the drain pump has failed. | Washing Machine | |
| E3 | Heating element fault Info: The water is not reaching the required temperature. This is typically caused by a faulty heating element or a defective temperature sensor (NTC). | Dishwasher | |
| E4 | Overfill or leak detected Info: The anti-flood system has been activated. This can be caused by a leak in the base of the machine or excessive foaming from too much detergent. | Dishwasher | |
| E05 | Temperature sensor (NTC) error Info: The water temperature sensor is providing an incorrect reading, or has an open or short circuit. | Washing Machine | |
| E07 | Motor or tacho fault Info: The motor is not spinning or the control board is not receiving a speed signal from the motor's tachometer. This is often due to worn carbon brushes on the motor. | Washing Machine | |
| F1 | Refrigerator sensor fault Info: The temperature sensor (NTC) for the fresh food compartment is faulty (open or short circuit). | Refrigerator | |
| F3 | Freezer sensor fault Info: The temperature sensor (NTC) for the freezer compartment is faulty. | Refrigerator | |
| F4 | Control board communication error Info: There is an internal data communication or memory (EEPROM) error on the main electronic control board. 5 Elite Techs Verified | Oven | |
| F5 | Door lock fault (Pyrolytic models) Info: The motorized door lock mechanism has failed to engage or disengage, or the door switch is not registering correctly. Often occurs during a self-clean cycle. | Oven | |
| H | High temperature alarm Info: The internal temperature in the fridge or freezer is too high. This could be due to a door left ajar, a large amount of warm food added, or a failure in the cooling system. | Refrigerator | |
| STOP | Flashing STOP message Info: Indicates a condition preventing operation, most commonly related to the door lock. The door may not be properly closed, or the door latch switch is faulty. | Oven |
