How to Reset the E1 Error on a Washing Machine

When your washing machine throws an E1 error, your first instinct might be to reset it and get the cycle running again. That’s understandable — but there’s something important to know before you do.

Resetting the E1 error without fixing the underlying cause will only bring the code back. The reset clears the fault display, but the machine will trigger E1 again the moment it tries to fill with water and hits the same problem.

That said, once you’ve identified and fixed the root cause, a proper reset is the final step to get your machine running again. This page covers both — how to fix the cause first, and then how to reset correctly for every major brand.

For a full breakdown of what causes E1 and how to fix it, visit our E1 Error Complete Guide before resetting.

Step 1: Fix the Cause First

Before resetting, run through this quick checklist:

• ✅ Water supply tap is fully open
• ✅ Inlet hose has no kinks or crushing
• ✅ Mesh filter at the back of the machine is clean
• ✅ Water pressure at the tap is strong and steady

If all four check out and E1 still appeared, the inlet valve may need replacing. Resetting won’t fix a failed valve — see our How to Fix E1 Error page for the full repair walkthrough.

Only once the underlying issue is resolved should you move on to the reset below.

Step 2: Power Reset (Works on All Brands)

The simplest and most universally effective reset method is a full power cycle:

1. Press the power button to turn the machine off
2. Unplug the machine from the wall socket completely
3. Wait 5 full minutes — this allows the control board capacitors to fully discharge and clears stored fault codes
4. Plug back in and power on
5. Select a short wash or rinse cycle and press Start to test

This method works across Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Bosch, IFB, and most other brands. It’s the reset Appliquix technicians recommend as the first step before trying anything more involved.

Brand-Specific Reset Methods

Some machines have additional reset procedures built into their control panels. Here’s how to reset E1 on the most common brands:

Samsung Washing Machine — Reset E1

1. Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds until the display clears
2. Turn the program dial to OFF
3. Wait 30 seconds, then select a new cycle and press Start
4. Alternatively, perform the full power reset (unplug for 5 minutes) if the above doesn’t clear it

LG Washing Machine — Reset E1

1. Press the Power button to switch off
2. Press and hold Start/Pause for 5 seconds
3. Turn the machine back on and select a cycle
4. On some LG models, pressing Spin Speed + Soil Level simultaneously for 3 seconds triggers a diagnostic reset — check your model’s manual to confirm

Whirlpool Washing Machine — Reset E1

1. Turn the program dial to the OFF/Cancel position
2. Unplug from the wall and wait 1 full minute
3. Plug back in, turn the dial to a normal wash cycle, and press Start
4. For front-loaders: press Cancel twice, then Power once to fully clear the fault

Bosch Washing Machine — Reset E1

1. Press and hold the Start button for 3–5 seconds to cancel the current program
2. Turn the selector dial to OFF
3. Unplug for 5 minutes
4. Restart on a short cotton or rinse cycle to confirm the error has cleared

IFB Washing Machine — Reset E1

1. Press the On/Off button to power down
2. Unplug from the wall for 5–10 minutes
3. Reconnect power and press On/Off
4. Select a Quick Wash cycle first — this fills with less water and is a good test before running a full cycle

Why Does E1 Keep Coming Back After a Reset?

If E1 returns within the first few minutes of the next cycle, the underlying fault has not been resolved. The most common reasons for recurring E1 after a reset are:

Inlet filter still partially blocked — a quick rinse under the tap isn’t always enough. Soak the filter in white vinegar for 20–30 minutes to fully dissolve limescale buildup.

Inlet valve failing intermittently — a valve in early-stage failure may work sometimes and fail others. This will get worse over time and eventually become a permanent fault.

Low water pressure fluctuating — if your household pressure dips during peak usage times (mornings, evenings), E1 may appear inconsistently rather than every cycle.

Pressure switch fault — if the sensor itself is unreliable, it will occasionally misread water levels and trigger E1 even when filling correctly.

If E1 keeps returning despite a clean filter and confirmed water supply, it’s time to stop resetting and get the machine properly diagnosed. Contact Appliquix to book a certified technician — our engineers carry common inlet valves and pressure switches as standard, so most repairs are completed in a single visit.

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