Electrolux Dryer Error Code E64: Meaning and Fix

E64
How E64 appears on a Electrolux dryer display.
Electrolux dryer E64: example dryer thermistor (part 134587700), representative part photo for this code
AppliancePartsPros.com product photo, part 134587700

Reading the dryer display

On a dryer the code shows in the time-remaining window or as blinking status lights. Write down the characters before you press anything, because starting a new cycle usually clears the display. Electrolux uses the same E, F and i prefixes as Frigidaire.

Electrolux builds the platforms behind both its own line and Frigidaire, so its codes line up closely with Frigidaire ones. Look for E codes on laundry, F codes on ranges and i codes on dishwashers. The codes apply to model numbers such as EIDW5905JS, EDSH4944AS and EFME527UIW; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes E64

How to fix it

  1. Clean the lint screen and vent.
  2. Reseat the sensor connector.
  3. Measure resistance; an open reading means replace.
  4. Install a new thermistor.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Dryer thermistor134587700Find part

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Questions

What does the E64 code mean on a Electrolux dryer?

The temperature sensor circuit reads open, so heat cannot be regulated.

Can I fix the E64 code myself?

Often yes. The most likely repair is the dryer thermistor, a part most owners can swap with basic hand tools after unplugging the appliance, and it is usually quicker than a service visit.

How do I clear the E64 code?

Unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker for five minutes, then restart a short timed-dry cycle. If E64 comes back, the underlying fault is still there; start with this: loose thermistor connector.

Other Electrolux dryer codes

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including EFME527UIW, EFMC427UIW, EFLE527UIW.