On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, and SmartDrive Phase 4 to 6 models like the GWL15, code 56 means that during a basket check the washer could…
On Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart and EcoSmart top-load washers such as the WA37T26EW and WA42T26GW, and SmartDrive Phase 4 to 6 models like the GWL15, code 56 means that during a basket check the washer could not determine a valid basket status. It differs from code 40, where a basket status was read but was wrong. The owner sees 56 and the cycle stops before or during spin.
1. Unplug the washer. 2. Remove the load and check for items wedged around the basket. 3. Turn the basket by hand. 4. Reload evenly and run one cycle. 5. If 56 returns, stop and call us.
40 means the basket status was read and showed disengagement trouble. 56 means no valid status could be determined at all.
A badly balanced load can disturb the check, so redistribute and retry once.
It stops the cycle but does not suggest a hazard. It still deserves a check before repeated use.
A technician diagnoses it on site and gives you the price in writing before any work starts.
