Error code E61 shows on my Frigidair Affinity washer. Do you know what E61 Means?

Hello Murray;

My name is Peter. I am a retired field service appliance technician.

Hi E61 means that the control board is sensing an incorrect/abnormal voltage present at its input.

1.) Unplug the unit for 5 minutes. If the error comes back -

2.) Lets check your power cord:


a.) Unplug the machine. Is the middle connector on your power cord connected to 'N'?
b.) Tighten all the connectors. Make sure you have a good ground.
c.) Check the voltage. Between 'L2' & 'N' = 110V, 'L1' & 'N' = 110V, 'L2' & 'L3' = 240V.

3.) Lets check your control board for shorts:

a.) The following link will show you how to access. Ground yourself by rubbing your hands on bare metal. Static electricity will knock out a board.
b.) Check all of the connections, push in on the wires at the connectors.
c.) Reassemble and try to start

http://www.applianceblog.com/manuals/5995413084_Washer_2004.pdf

4.) Well, if none of the above solved the problem, you have to replace the control panel.

Part #: 134523106 - Cost: $168.00