Fisher & Paykel SmartDrive Code 132: Single current trip in the motor drive

What 132 (SmartDrive) means

On Fisher & Paykel SmartDrive top-load washers in Phases 1 to 4, code 132 is a single current trip. The motor controller detected excess current in the motor or its electronic switches, and the event happened for a moment only. The controller protects itself by stopping, and the washer shows the number. Code 133 is the more severe, repeating version of this trip.

Common causes of 132 (SmartDrive)

Excess current in the motor or its electronic switches
Motor winding or wiring drawing too much current
Electronic switches on the motor controller under stress

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Remove the load, power off, and unplug the washer for one minute. 2. Plug in and run a short spin with an empty drum. 3. Open the lid and confirm the drum turns freely by hand with the power off. 4. If code 132 returns, stop using it and book a visit. A current trip can damage the drive if cycles are repeated.

! Why to stop there

Excess motor current must be traced with meter tests on the motor and controller
Repeated cycles after a trip can damage the electronic switches
The motor and controller are not safe for an owner to test

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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132 (SmartDrive)132 (SmartDrive) questions

What is a single current trip?

The controller sensed excess current for a brief moment and shut itself down to protect the electronics. It is the milder form of the trip; code 133 is the repeating one.

Can an overloaded drum cause this?

A very heavy or tangled load can add strain. Try an empty spin. If the code stays, the motor, wiring, or controller needs checking.

What do you look at first?

The motor and its wiring, then the controller. You get the price in writing before any work, and the repair has a 30-day workmanship warranty.