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HO SE

LED displays 'HO' then 'SE' — Reversed inlet hoses detected

Electrolux · Washing Machines

What does HO SE mean?

The washer has detected that the hot and cold water inlet hoses have been installed incorrectly. The LED display will show 'HO', then 'SE', and then '0 min' for 60 seconds, repeating this pattern.

Common Causes

  • Hot water supply hose connected to cold inlet
  • Cold water supply hose connected to hot inlet

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Acknowledge the condition by pressing the 'Cancel' button.

  2. 2

    Shut off both the hot and cold water supply valves.

  3. 3

    Carefully detach each supply hose and reattach them to the correct inlet connections on the washer (hot to hot, cold to cold).

  4. 4

    Turn the water supply valves back on.

  5. 5

    Restart the cycle.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

3 short sounds3 short sounds — Incorrect selection madeAbnormal, on-going soundsAbnormal, on-going sounds — Potential washer failureAcoustic signal + no indicator on selectionAcoustic signal with no indicator — Selection not possible
Source: Electrolux Washing Machines
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