CodeRegistry
Brands
  1. Home
  2. Gorenje
  3. Washing Machines
  4. Phase current exceeded
About·Privacy·Terms

CodeRegistry — Your global library for technical solutions.

For your safety: always follow the equipment manufacturer’s official manuals. CodeRegistry is an independent help site and is not affiliated with the brands listed here.

Phase current exceeded

Phase current exceeded — Current too high, program stopped

Gorenje · Washing Machines

What does Phase current exceeded mean?

The Washing Machine has detected that the phase current in one of its electrical phases has exceeded the allowed limit, causing the machine to stop operation. This can be related to the motor's load.

Common Causes

  • Drum is overloaded with too much laundry.
  • Laundry in the drum is unevenly loaded, causing motor strain.
  • Underlying electrical supply issue or component fault.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Disconnect the Washing Machine from the power supply by unplugging the power cord.

  2. 2

    Wait for 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Check whether the drum is overloaded or unevenly loaded; redistribute the laundry or remove some of it if necessary.

  4. 4

    Reconnect the appliance and start the program again.

  5. 5

    If the error reoccurs, call a service technician.

Browse all codes in this manual (72)
Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

180 V > U > 260 VDisplay shows '180 V > U > 260 V' — Extended voltage fluctuation detectedAcoustic signal (START/PAUSE) / TIME REMAINING flashesAcoustic signal & TIME REMAINING flashes three times — Washing Machine door openAlternating "/" and "/" symbols on displayAlternating symbols on display — Power supply failure during program
Source: Gorenje Washing Machines
Open Manual (Page 71)Search more codes in this manual