What E40 means
Washer dryer displays error message E40 or emits 4 beeps / 4 flashes. Washer dryer (integrated and freestanding) 1. Check if the door is properly closed. If necessary, give the door a firm push. You can hear a click. 2. Check whether any laundry is caught between the door seal and door glass. If necessary, remove some laundry from the drum before restarting the cycle. 3. There is too much laundry in the machine (overload). If necessary, remove some laundry from the drum before restarting the cycle. 4. Check the mechanical child safety lock (if applicable). Disable the child safety lock using a coin or similar object and try again. For detailed procedure refer to the user manual supplied with your appliance. Download user manual, 5. The door lock is faulty. If the above advices do not resolve the problem, the door lock may be faulty and must be replaced. We recommend contacting an Authorized Service Center. Make a note of the reported error code and quote it when you request an engineer. This will not solve your problem, but it will help our engineer identify the cause of the problem. If the issue continues, a professional technician can help diagnose and fix the problem. No matter if your appliance is in warranty, out of warranty, or covered by an appliance protection plan - we’ll guide you to the right service. Book a repair online
What Zanussi recommends
Issue: 1. Washer dryer displays error message E40 or emits 4 beeps / 4 flashes.
Applies to: 1. Washer dryer (integrated and freestanding)
Which appliances this applies to
Documented by Zanussi for its washer dryers generally, not for a specific model.
Frequently asked questions
What does Zanussi E40 mean on a washer dryer?
Issue: Washer dryer displays error message E40 or emits 4 beeps / 4 flashes.
How do I fix Zanussi E40?
Issue: 1. Washer dryer displays error message E40 or emits 4 beeps / 4 flashes.
Where these facts come from
- Zanussi error code page retrieved 3 November 2026
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