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Quick answer: E10 on an Electrolux, Westinghouse or Simpson washer means the machine did not fill in time. Most of the time it is the tap, a kinked inlet hose or a blocked hose filter, not a part. If water is flowing freely and E10 stays, the water inlet valve or the water-level sensor is next, typically in the $25–60 band. Match the model number and the PNC on the sticker before you order.
The part that fixes this
- Replacement ELECTROLUX WASHING MACHINE INLET VALVE 2-WAY 0710
- Simpson Washing machine Ezi Set Cold Water Inlet Dual Valve 0033
- Simpson Westinghouse Washing Machine Inlet Valve Hot 10MM 0713
Not sure it is the same on your machine? See every part listed by Westinghouse model number.
Last updated September 2026
Westinghouse or Simpson badge on the front? The same machines carry a second error you may see: EF0, often misread as EFO. Both are covered in the Westinghouse and Simpson E10 and EF0 guide.
Quick answer: E10 on an Electrolux washer = a water-supply fault. The machine asked for water and didn’t get enough (or any) within the expected time. Three causes in order of likelihood: tap not fully on or hose kinked, blocked inlet hose screen, or the inlet valve has failed. We stock the Electrolux dual inlet valve (P/N 132518622) for the SWF / EWF / WWF series in our Sydney warehouse, same-day dispatch. Same fault family on Simpson and Westinghouse (shared Electrolux platform) — parts cross-fit.
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What E10 means
Electrolux washers (and the Simpson / Westinghouse models on the same platform) monitor the water level during the fill phase. The machine expects the drum to reach the target level within a set window — typically 60-90 seconds depending on cycle. If it doesn’t, the control board throws E10 and stops the cycle.
So E10 = “not enough water arrived in time.” Three places to look.
The three checks — in order
1. Both taps fully on, hoses not kinked (60 seconds)
Most AU-sold Electrolux front-loaders are cold-fill only (internal heater does warm/hot work), but some dual-fill models still have hot inlets wired. Check whatever’s connected to your machine.
- Cold tap (and hot, if connected) fully open at the wall.
- Inlet hoses straight, not kinked or crushed behind the machine.
- Power off at the wall for 60 seconds, restart, retry.
If E10 clears, you’re done.
2. Inlet hose screen filters (5 minutes, free)
Unscrew the inlet hoses at the tap end (towel ready). Inside each brass barb is a small mesh filter. AU mineral water (Sydney CBD, Brisbane, bore-fed regional supplies) clogs these with grit and limescale.
- Pop the screen out with a flat-blade screwdriver.
- Rinse under the tap.
- Refit, hand-tight + quarter-turn with pliers.
Retry. If E10 persists, the valve itself is next.
3. Inlet valve (20-30 minute swap)
The inlet valve sits at the back of the cabinet near the top. Solenoid coils inside fail after years of switching at 240V mains and exposure to AU mineral water.
Diagnose without a multimeter: disconnect the inlet hoses at the tap end, point them into a bucket, turn the taps on. Strong flow at the tap = supply is fine, fault is downstream at the valve. Reconnect, start a rinse, listen for the click of the valve solenoid. No click = coil dead. Click + no water in drum = solenoid stuck closed.
The parts — match your model:
| Electrolux / Simpson / Westinghouse model range | Inlet valve |
|---|---|
 Electrolux EWF12822, EWF12832, EWF14742, EWF14822, EWF14912, EWF14922; SWF10732, SWF10761, SWF10832, SWF12743, SWF12763, SWF12843, SWF14743, SWF14843, SWF85561, SWF85562; WWF1274, WWF1284 | Electrolux 2-way inlet valve (P/N 132518622) |
 Electrolux EWF12763E (specific model) | Electrolux dual inlet valve (P/N 140001921018) |
 Simpson SWT-series top-loaders (SWT1012A, SWT7542, SWT801, SWT8012, SWT8542, SWT8542A, SWT951, SWT954, SWT9542, WWT8011, WWT854 + STR-FLW75) | Simpson Ezi-Set cold water inlet dual valve (P/N 119030810) |
 Simpson / Westinghouse hot inlet 10mm — wide AU model range (200MA/MD/ME, 2045L-2425L, 22S-series, 36P-36S series, 500MA-MD, 550MA-MD, 700LA-LE, 750-800RL series, A6232-A6742, EWT606SA-EWT806SA, K600B-K800C, LT608-LT959, SWT-series + WWT-series) | Simpson Westinghouse hot inlet valve 10mm (P/N 0136200082) |
Confirm your model number before ordering — connector orientation and bracket geometry vary. Find your Electrolux / Simpson / Westinghouse model number.
The swap:
1. Power off at the wall, taps off.
2. Pull the machine out enough to access the back.
3. Drop the top panel (3 screws across the back) or the rear access panel, depending on model.
4. Photograph the wiring before disconnecting.
5. Unclip the wiring loom from the valve.
6. Hose clamps off, hoses pulled from the valve.
7. Two mounting screws, swap, reverse.
8. Turn taps on, run a rinse cycle, check no leaks before refitting panels.
The part that usually fixes it: The inlet valve, matched to your model — Electrolux 2-way valve, 2-way flow meter valve EWF9024CDWA, EWF9042R7WB, 2-way flow meter valve EWF7524CDWA, EWF8023P5WC, Westinghouse / Electrolux 90-degree valve or Simpson / Westinghouse hot valve — all in stock, ships from Sydney, typically $18–$40.
When E10 isn’t the inlet
Less common causes worth knowing:
- Water pressure too low — if your house mains pressure has dropped (street work, failing tap on the wall, partly-closed isolation valve), the valve opens but not enough water arrives in time. Test by timing a full tap filling a 10L bucket — under 30 seconds = pressure fine; over a minute = supply issue, not a washer fault.
- Pressure sensor fault — the machine reads water level via an air column in a small hose to a pressure sensor. If the sensor or hose is faulty, the machine never sees the drum as “full enough” and throws E10 even when water is arriving fine. Less common but worth knowing.
- Self-clean / tub-clean cycle — some Electrolux models throw E10 if you’ve launched a self-clean cycle that expects a different fill pattern.
Parts for this fault
E10 covers Electrolux, Simpson and Westinghouse washers on the shared platform. Everything below is in stock and ships from Sydney — match the model list in the product title against your model sticker.
| Fault | Usual part | Link |
|---|---|---|
| E10 — taps and screens clear, still no fill | Inlet valve | Electrolux 2-way valve · EWF9024CDWA family · EWF7524CDWA family — typically $18–$40 |
| E10 on a Simpson or Westinghouse | Inlet valve, same platform | Hot valve 0136200082 · Ezi Set dual valve 119030810 · 90-degree valve — typically $18–$40 |
 E10 returns after a new valve | Pressure switch / water level sensor | Electrolux analogic pressure switch — typically $17–$40 |
 Split, perished or leaking inlet hose | Inlet hose | 1.5 m cold inlet hose — typically $12–$20 |
| Model not listed | Full Electrolux range | Electrolux parts |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the E10 error mean on an Electrolux washing machine?
E10 on an Electrolux washer is a water-supply fault: the machine asked for water and didn’t get enough within the expected fill window — typically 60-90 seconds depending on the cycle. The same fault family applies to Simpson and Westinghouse washers on the shared Electrolux platform.
How do I fix an Electrolux E10 error myself?
Work three checks in order: make sure the taps are fully open and the inlet hoses aren’t kinked, then clean the small mesh screen filters inside the inlet hose ends, and if E10 persists, replace the inlet valve at the back of the cabinet — a 20-30 minute swap.
How do I clean the inlet hose filters on an Electrolux washer?
Unscrew the inlet hoses at the tap end with a towel ready. Inside each brass barb is a small mesh filter that clogs with grit and limescale from Australian mineral water. Pop the screen out with a flat-blade screwdriver, rinse under the tap, refit hand-tight plus a quarter-turn with pliers.
Which inlet valve fits Electrolux EWF and SWF washing machines?
The Electrolux 2-way inlet valve fits the EWF12822 through EWF14922, the SWF10732 through SWF85562 and the WWF1274/WWF1284 ranges. The EWF12763E takes its own dual inlet valve instead. Confirm your model number before ordering — every compatible model is in the listing title, and connector orientation and bracket geometry vary.
How do I know if low water pressure is causing E10 instead of the washer?
Time a fully open tap filling a 10-litre bucket. Under 30 seconds means household pressure is fine and the fault is in the machine; over a minute means a supply issue — street works, a failing wall tap or a partly closed isolation valve — not a washer fault.
How do I test the Electrolux inlet valve without a multimeter?
Disconnect the inlet hoses at the tap end, point them into a bucket and turn the taps on — strong flow means the supply is fine and the fault is downstream at the valve. Reconnect, start a rinse and listen: no click from the solenoid means the coil is dead.
Where is the model number on an Electrolux, Simpson or Westinghouse washer?
On the model sticker — around the door opening on front loaders, under the lid or on the rear console on top loaders. Use the full model number when ordering, because the shared Electrolux platform swaps connectors and brackets between ranges: the Electrolux model number guide shows where to look.
What does E10 mean on a Simpson or Westinghouse washing machine?
The same as on an Electrolux: a water-supply fault. Simpson and Westinghouse washers run the shared Electrolux platform, so the checks and the inlet valve are the same. Open the taps fully, rinse the inlet hose screens, then replace the inlet valve if E10 persists.
Which part fixes E10 on an Electrolux washing machine?
The inlet valve, once the taps, hoses and mesh screens are clear. Electrolux inlet valves are in stock, ships from Sydney and typically $18–$40 — match the model list in the product title against your model sticker.
E10 came back after I fitted a new inlet valve. What now?
Check the pressure sensor and its air hose. The machine reads the water level through an air column in a small hose to the pressure switch, so a split hose or a failed switch reports the drum as empty and throws E10 while water is arriving normally. The Electrolux analogic pressure switch is in stock, ships from Sydney, typically $17–$40.
Is E10 the same as E11 or E13 on an Electrolux washer?
No. E10 is the fill fault, E11 relates to filling during a specific phase on some models, and E13 is a leak detected in the base. Note the exact code before ordering a part.
Not sure which part?
Not sure which part? Send a photo of the model sticker via the contact page and we’ll match it. Quote the full model number and the code on the display and we will point you at the exact part — every part linked above is in stock and ships from Sydney.
Disclaimer: this article is general information only and is provided without warranty of any kind. Appliance designs vary between models and production runs — always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, switch off and unplug the appliance before starting any work, and confirm parts against the model number on your appliance’s model sticker. Any repair is undertaken at your own risk and Oz Appliance Spares accepts no liability for injury, loss or damage arising from work performed after reading this guide, to the maximum extent permitted by law. If in doubt, use a qualified technician.
