A number of codes inform you of problems with water heating, and F20 is also one of them. If it appeared on the display of the washing machine, it means that there was a malfunction in the heating element or something indicates this malfunction. In this case, the water temperature is higher or lower than indicated in the washing program. If your model does not have a display, then two bulbs signal an error: opposite the maximum speed (1000 or 800) and through one from it (800 or 600):
In addition, the washing program will stop before the scheduled end. Perhaps, in this case, the buttons on the panel will stop responding to pressing. Please note that the problem is critical and may cause a short circuit in the mains. Be careful!
What to do if an error occurs with code F03 at the Bosch washing machinefind out here.
What to do first?
Start by shutting down the washing machine for a quarter of an hour. After restarting, the control module will reboot, which may reset the problem code. If after a while it appears again - check the module. Flashing it or replacing it will help solve a number of malfunctions, including the one described in this article.
What to repair?
If the reboot only helped for a while or did not help at all, a more serious repair will be needed. Most often in this case they change:
- A heating element. His damage is often associated with scale. To avoid its formation, use only high-quality washing powders and liquids;
- Temperature sensor Perhaps the water temperature is all right, but the car does not know about it due to sensor failures;
- Control module. As mentioned above, almost any error can be triggered by problems in the firmware. Is she guilty in this case? The master will answer.