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Miles Hartwell Editorial authorPublished October 20, 2026
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Error codeEr11 drain valve time out
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
Er11 on an Electrolux built-in dishwasher means: drain valve: time out before finding a state. It is listed for the EIDW6105 and EIDW6305.
Model compatibility: Electrolux reuses codes across series and model years, so Er11 drain valve time out may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Drain valve: time out before finding a state.
Er11 on an Electrolux dishwasher
On a built-in Electrolux dishwasher, Er11 stands for a single fault: drain valve: time out before finding a state.
Switch the power off before going near the machine; tracing the cause belongs to a technician.
The manual says codes show in the status window on the EIDW6305. Coverage is the EIDW6105 and EIDW6305, and the guide number is 154671201. The series is a legacy one, not a current model line.
Other codes people confuse with it
For drain valve running when it should be off, go to Er12
For drain valve position feedback in drain mode, go to Er07
Electrolux dishwasher service in Los Angeles
Call (310) 361-3405 to get an Electrolux dishwasher looked at in Los Angeles; the dishwasher service page has the details. Mention Er11, give the model number, and say what you have tried.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Electrolux appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
Electrolux dishwasher repair in Los Angeles for drain, fill, circulation, drying, leak, latch, and electronic-control problems. Confirm coverage by ZIP.
