how can i fix my fisher n paykel washer?

During the 1st 3 - 4 minutes of the wash cycle the drain pump is used to recirculate the water out & back up into the bowl to mix the soap. A divertor valve mounted next to the drain pump moves over to the recirculating position for this to happen. Later it moves back to the drain position & water will empty out of the drain hose. During recirculation phase there should be no water escaping out of the drain hose. If it does then the water loss will be detected by the controller & code 51 displayed. Check divertor valve, remove it & look inside for any obstruction or broken parts. If in doubt replace it. If divertor valve is ok then it may be a control board fault.

Lincoln Appliance NZ
January 2010