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Excess detergent / drum blocked
Quick Answer
Error code E33 on your Bosch Washing Machines means: Excess detergent / drum blocked. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
WGA12400UCWGA14400UCWAT28400UCWGB24600UCWAT28401UCWGB246AXUCWAW285H2UCWAP24201UCWFMC2201UCWFMC5440UCWFMC3301UCWFMC5301UCWFMC8440UCWFMC8401UCWFMC6400UC
Likely Causes
  1. Too much detergent used
  2. Non-HE detergent used in HE machine
  3. Foreign object blocking drum rotation
How to Fix It
1
Reduce the amount of detergent for future washes, especially for lightly soiled loads.
2
Ensure you are using HE (High Efficiency) detergent only.
3
Run a rinse cycle to clear excess suds.
4
Check for foreign objects between the drum and tub if the drum appears blocked.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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