Fisher & Paykel Top-Load Washer Code 110: Motor bridge thermistor open circuit

What 110 means

On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, code 110 means the motor bridge thermistor has been detected as an open circuit. With that thermistor open, the motor control module can no longer monitor the temperature of the motor bridge. This suggests the thermistor has been damaged or removed from the circuit board. The washer stops and displays the number.

Common causes of 110

Motor bridge thermistor open circuit
Thermistor damaged or detached from the circuit board
Motor control module unable to monitor bridge temperature

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Stop the cycle, unplug the washer, and wait one minute before plugging it back in. 2. Run a short empty spin to see whether the number returns. 3. Make sure the washer has room around it for air and is not sitting in a hot closet. 4. If code 110 repeats, stop using it and call us. The thermistor is on the control board, which is not an owner repair.

! Why to stop there

The thermistor sits on the motor control board and needs board-level repair or a new module
Running the motor without bridge temperature monitoring risks overheating the drive electronics
Opening the cabinet means working near line voltage

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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110110 questions

What is the motor bridge thermistor?

It is a temperature sensor on the motor control board that tells the module how hot the motor drive circuit is. Code 110 means it reads open, so that monitoring is lost.

Is code 110 the same as code 111?

They are close relatives. Code 110 is an open circuit on that thermistor; code 111 is a short circuit on the same sensor.

Can the board be repaired?

Sometimes, depending on the damage. We inspect it, explain the options, and quote the price in writing before any work. Repairs have a 30-day workmanship warranty.