Frigidaire Washing Machine Error Code E21
E21 on a Frigidaire washing machine usually means: Water is not pumping out fast enough. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E21 points to the drain pump.
Fix it fast: Clear the drain hose and pump filter. Full ranked steps below.
- Likely part
- drain pump
- Fault type
- drainage
How to fix E21 — ranked steps
Try these in order. Stop when the code clears.
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1 Clear the drain hose and pump filter
Moderate- Unplug the washer, straighten and flush the drain hose, clean the pump filter behind the front panel, then run a short drain cycle.
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2 Replace the drain pump
Advanced- Disconnect power and water, open the access panel, check the impeller for obstructions, and replace the pump if it is jammed or dead.
Parts $158.22 Source
Parts that often fix E21
- Washer Drain Pump (137221600) ~$158.22 price
Other Frigidaire Washing Machine codes
Water takes too long to drain or is not draining properly. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E2 points to the drain pump.
The fill time is too long. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E11 points to the water inlet valve.
Water is not entering washer or slow water fill time. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E1 points to the inlet valve.
Wash lid is either open or the lid lock failed. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E3 points to the sensor.
The unit is out of balance during spin operation. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E4 points to the sensor.
The unit is not level. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E5 points to the vibration sensor.
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