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How to Fix an E18 Error on a Hoover Washing Machine

How to Fix an E18 Error on a Hoover Washing Machine

A code on your Hoover washing machine reading E18, an LED blinking eighteen times between pauses then repeating, what does it all mean? Your washing machine has sadly developed a fault, but on the positive side it has identified the cause of the problem. Error code E18 means there’s an issue with the control board in your appliance.

Different number code being displayed? See our full list of Hoover washing machine error codes.

How to Diagnose and Fix Fault Code E18

Hoover Washing Machine Control Board

To fix the problem and get back to tackling your growing laundry load again you’ll need to:

  • Switch off and unplug the appliance.
  • Check the connections and wiring to the control board.
  • Replace the control board if necessary. 

See our video below:

However if you’re feeling up to the challenge of replacing your control board we salute you and Hoover control boards are available here.

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