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Electrolux Dryer E5A Error Code
Motor inverter board overheated on Electrolux dryers.
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The inverter board that drives the motor got too hot. Sears PartsDirect says to let the dryer cool and restart; only if it keeps happening under normal conditions does the inverter board need replacing.
Compatible models
Sears PartsDirect lists it for the Electrolux compact condensing dryer.
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Listed for the Electrolux compact condensing dryer by Sears PartsDirect.
Difficulty
Start with the safe checks below; a worn part may need replacing.
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How to fix Electrolux E5A
Let it cool down
Switch the dryer off, open the door and let the machine cool completely before you try another cycle.
Give it breathing room
A compact dryer squeezed into a cupboard or a hot, closed laundry room can run warm. Leave the space around it open and the room door ajar while it runs.
Clean the filters
A blocked lint filter or condenser makes the whole machine work harder. Clean them as your manual describes.
When to call a technician
If E5A returns during normal loads in a ventilated room, the inverter board needs replacing by a technician.
Parts linked to E5A
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
- Lint filter
- Inverter board
Order parts by your full model number so they fit.
Frequently asked questions
Which Electrolux models show the E5A code?
Sears PartsDirect lists it for the Electrolux compact condensing dryer.
Can I fix Electrolux E5A myself?
Often. The first steps above are safe checks a homeowner can do. If they don't clear E5A, the cause is likely a worn part that needs replacing.
Other Electrolux dryer codes
- E45Door open
- E21 / E22Condensate drain pump fault
- E31 / E32Humidity sensor failure
- E52 / E54Motor overheated or drum jammed
- E51 / E53Drive motor failure
- E57 / E58 / E59 / E5d / E5E / E5F / E5HMotor drive (inverter) fault
- E62 / E63 / E64Compressor fault (heat pump models)
- E70 / E71Temperature sensor problem
- E9EControl panel buttons not responding
- E91Control panel communication failure
- E92 / E98Control panel doesn't match the main board
- EH1 / EH2 / EH3 / E5CPower supply out of range
- E83 / E86 / E87 / EH4 / EHd / EHE / EHF / EF6Main control board failure
Last reviewed 2026-10-20. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.