Indesit washing machine - error F12

When does the F12 error occur on an Indesit washing machine? It is impossible to answer this question without information about the decoding of this error, about the reasons for its occurrence and about other factors. Therefore, we decided to consider the problem associated with the F12 error, comprehensively, at the same time filling in some of the knowledge gaps that you may have in this area.

The meaning of the code

According to established tradition, we will start with a general decryption of the error code, in this case, code F12, such a decryption can be found in the instruction manual for the Indesit washing machine. And then we give a more detailed transcript that will finally shed light on the problem. So, the general decryption of the error code F12 can be represented as follows: "the control module has ceased to interact with the buttons and lights of the control panel."

Error F12 appears both on display washers and on machines without a screen.

In fact, in this case, the Indesit washing machine states that there is no connection between its two most important modules. However, the connection was not completely lost, since the module was able to transmit error information to the user, which means that the electronic module retains some control over the control panel. Despite this, the F12 error is accompanied by the inability to use the control panel in any way, in rare cases even the on / off button does not work.

How and under what circumstances is manifested

If the Indesit washing machine does not have a display, then the electronic module (bypassing the usual circuit) will connect some control panel lights, which, in fact, will indicate an error. We are talking about the burning indicators "Super Wash" and "Delay Wash." On some models of Indesit washing machines, only the rev indicator can blink.

Error F12 in 99% of cases appears shortly after turning on the machine to the network. In this case, the user still does not have time to choose any washing program, and indeed to do something with the control panel. The Indesit washing machine freezes immediately, in addition, the on / off button may fail and then the machine will have to be disconnected from power by pulling the plug of the power cord out of the socket.

Find and eliminate the causes

The malfunction that the F12 error generated can often be eliminated by restarting the Indesit washing machine. Moreover, the reboot should not be done anyhow, but according to the following scheme.

• Turn off the washing machine with the on / off button, if it works.
• We disconnect the power cord of the Indesit machine from the power supply.
• We are waiting for 2-3 minutes.
• We turn on the machine in the electrical network and press the on / off button.
• If the error persists, repeat the above steps two more times.

If the malfunction is not resolved within 3 reboots of the machine, such actions should be stopped so as not to harm the control module even more. If the reboot does not help, then there has been a serious breakdown of the control module, or the contacts connecting the module and the control panel lamps have oxidized. With such a problem, there is not much that can be done. Unless to check the connector J11, which, you guessed it, connects the display module to the control board.

If, after stripping the contacts of the J11 connector and the display module, the Indesit washing machine does not start working correctly, then the problem is in the control module. Perhaps you will immediately come up with a question, but Is it worth it to repair electronic modules with your own hands? We will answer shortly - not worth it! Most often, this ends with the final breakdown of the washing machine and the forced appeal of the user to the service center. Just keep in mind that in this case the repair will cost 2-3 times more expensive, because you definitely have to change the parts of the “home assistant”, and this is completely different money.

So, the malfunction that is caused by the F12 error can be eliminated only if the control board did not receive any damage, but only the contacts are burnt or oxidized. If the module breaks down, definitely contact the master. Good luck