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Fisher & Paykel Top-Load Washer Code 235: Lid lock short circuit

On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, and SmartDrive Phase 6 models like the GWL15, code 235 reports the lid lock as a short circuit: the lid lock…

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Code
235
Appliance
Washer
Brand
Fisher & Paykel
Warranty
30-day workmanship

What 235 means

On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, and SmartDrive Phase 6 models like the GWL15, code 235 reports the lid lock as a short circuit: the lid lock did not activate when the motor control module instructed it to. The lid is therefore not reported as locked, and the washer will not spin. The number shows on the display.

Common causes of 235

  • Lid lock not activating when instructed
  • Short circuit in the lid lock or its wiring
  • Motor control module output to the lock
✓ One safe check you can try

1. Close the lid fully and confirm it sits flat with nothing under the edge. 2. Turn the washer off and unplug it for a minute. 3. Plug in and start a short cycle. 4. If code 235 returns, stop and call. Never defeat the lock; it prevents the lid opening on a spinning drum.

! Why to stop there
  • A shorted lock circuit needs a meter test to separate the lock from wiring
  • Safety interlocks must work exactly as designed
  • The module output also needs checking
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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235235 questions
How is 235 different from 234?

Code 234 reads the lid lock circuit as open. Code 235 reads it as shorted, and the lock did not activate when told to.

Is the lid lock safe to replace?

Yes in the hands of a technician, with power disconnected. We test first so we replace the right part.

What is the warranty?

Our work has a 30-day workmanship warranty, with the price given in writing before any repair.

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