Lamona Washing Machine Error Code E17 Meaning and Possible Fixes
Lamona Washing Machine Error Code E17
If your Lamona washing machine is displaying error code E17, the programme has finished without completing the spin cycle due to excess foam in the drum. This is not a mechanical fault — it is caused by too much detergent or the wrong type of detergent being used.
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What the E17 Error Code Means
The E17 code indicates that the washing machine detected excessive foam during the cycle and cancelled the spin as a precaution. When too much foam is present, spinning can cause the foam to overflow or damage the machine. The wash programme will have completed but the laundry will not have been spun. E17 is not a fault with the appliance — it is a warning that the detergent quantity or type needs to be adjusted.
How To Resolve E17
Remove excess foam
Run a short rinse and spin cycle without adding any detergent to help clear the foam from the drum.
Reduce the amount of detergent
Use less detergent in future washes. Always follow the dosage instructions on the detergent packaging and adjust for your water hardness and load size.
Check you are using the correct detergent type
Only use detergent designed for automatic washing machines. Hand wash detergents and washing up liquid produce far too much foam and must never be used in an automatic machine.
Use a lower-foaming detergent
If E17 appears regularly, consider switching to a low-foam or high-efficiency detergent.
Run a drum clean
Running a drum clean or maintenance wash at 60°C without any laundry or detergent can help clear detergent residue build-up from the drum and pipework.
When To Contact A Professional
E17 is not a technical fault and does not require an engineer visit. If the code appears regularly despite using the correct detergent at the recommended dosage, it is worth checking the pressure sensor as a secondary cause. Internal components should only be inspected or repaired by trained professionals.
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Error codes may vary between different Lamona washing machine models. Always consult the user manual for your specific appliance.
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