Fisher & Paykel SmartDrive Code 32: pump circuit error

What 32 (SmartDrive) means

On early Fisher & Paykel SmartDrive Phase 1 top-load washers, code 32 is a pump circuit error. The Display Module has detected that the pump is on when it is meant to be off. The owner sees 32 appear, and the washer may keep pumping water out or fail to hold water in the tub.

Common causes of 32 (SmartDrive)

Pump circuit staying on in the display control
Pump relay or driver stuck
Wiring problem keeping the pump energized

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Unplug the washer at once if you hear the pump running when the cycle is not draining. 2. Wait several minutes, then plug in and see whether the pump starts by itself. 3. Check the drain hose for kinks. 4. If the pump starts again alone, leave the washer unplugged and call us.

! Why to stop there

A pump that runs on its own can drain a load or run dry
The circuit sits in older electronics that need testing, not guessing
We quote the price in writing before work

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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32 (SmartDrive)32 (SmartDrive) questions

Why is a pump running when it should be off a concern?

A pump that does not switch off can empty the tub in the middle of a wash or run without water. That wears it quickly, so it is better not to let it run.

Is this a Phase 1 washer?

Code 32 in this meaning belongs to the early SmartDrive Phase 1 design. If your washer is newer, the code you see may relate to another family.

Can I stop the pump myself?

Unplugging the washer stops it. Do that instead of trying to adjust anything inside the cabinet.