Frigidaire Washer · Code E4

Frigidaire Washer E4 code: Out of balance (top-load)

On Frigidaire top-load washers, E4 means the load became unbalanced during spin. The washer tries to fix it by itself up to three times before showing the code.

Most common causes

  1. Clothes bunched on one side of the basket
  2. Washer not sitting firmly and level
  3. Foam shipping support never removed after installation

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Spread the clothes evenly around the basket.
  2. Adjust the leveling legs so the washer doesn't rock.
  3. On a new washer, make sure the foam shipping support was removed.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: owner.frigidaire.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does E4 mean on a Frigidaire Washer?

On Frigidaire top-load washers, E4 means the load became unbalanced during spin. The washer tries to fix it by itself up to three times before showing the code.

Can I clear the E4 code myself?

Try these first: Spread the clothes evenly around the basket. Adjust the leveling legs so the washer doesn't rock. On a new washer, make sure the foam shipping support was removed. Call for service if balanced loads on a level washer still trigger E4.

How much does it cost to fix a E4 code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Frigidaire Washer codes

E1 · Slow fill or no water (top-load)E2 · Slow drain (top-load)E21 · Slow drain (front-load)E41 · Door open (front-load)E3 · Lid open or lid lock failed (top-load)E5 · Washer not level (top-load)E11 · Fill time too long (front-load)E35 · Overfill (front-load)

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

Book a repair →