Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

Bosch washing machine E13 error code

E13 means water leak detected. Water has been detected in the base tray of the machine, which triggers the anti-flood switch.

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Unplug immediately. Tip the machine back about 45 degrees (two people) to let water out of the base tray.
  2. Dry the base, stand the machine up, and check the detergent drawer and door seal for visible leaks.
  3. Run a short cycle while watching for leaks.

Call a professional when…

If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.

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