Fisher & Paykel EcoSmart Code 45: display memory check failed

What 45 means

On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, and on SmartDrive Phase 5 washers, code 45 means the display memory check failed. On power-up the display compares its memory with a known reference and found differences. The owner sees 45 right after the washer is switched on, and the washer may not accept a cycle.

Common causes of 45

Display memory corrupted
Display module failing
Power interruption during a stored-data update

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Unplug the washer for five minutes. 2. Plug it back in directly to the wall. 3. Switch it on and note whether 45 shows at once. 4. If it does, leave the washer off and call us.

! Why to stop there

A display that fails its own memory check usually needs replacement
Repeated restarts will not repair the data
We give a written price before work and stand behind it for 30 days

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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4545 questions

Why does 45 show right at power-up?

The check runs when the display starts. If the stored data does not match the reference, the display reports it immediately.

Could a power outage be the cause?

It may be, but if 45 appears again after a clean restart, the display is likely the cause.

Is it the same as a motor control memory error?

No. 45 concerns the display. A similar check on the motor control side is reported with a different code.