F22 Error on Hisense Washing Machines

What the F22 error indicates on a Hisense washing machine

The F22 error on Hisense washing machines is usually related to a motor control or communication problem. In practice, the electronic control module detects that the motor isn’t responding as it should (or that the signal between the controller and the motor isn’t stable) and, for safety, it stops the program or prevents it from starting.

It’s common for F22 to appear with symptoms such as:

• The washer tries to start and, after a few seconds, stops with the code on the display
• The drum makes a brief attempt to turn and then locks up
• The error appears during spinning, or right when higher speed is demanded

This type of warning is often caused by one of the following:

• Brief power dips or an unstable supply that leaves the electronics “hung”
• A loose motor connector or wiring causing intermittent contact
• A control/power module that fails under load
• Mechanical resistance in the drum (very heavy load, imbalance, or rubbing)

Steps to clear F22 and prevent it from coming back

To deal with F22 efficiently, it’s best to follow an order that rules out the simple causes (reset, power outlet, load) and quickly tells you whether you’re already in “technician territory” (module, wiring, or motor).

1. Do a full power reset (a real reset)
   • Turn the washer off and unplug it (or switch off the breaker)
   • Wait 10 minutes
   • Plug it back in and try a short program with a small load

   If it was a one-off electronic freeze, this step often restores normal control.

2. Avoid power strips and make sure the outlet is stable
   • Connect the washer to a direct wall outlet
   • If the outlet feels loose or makes poor contact, try another socket
   • If you’ve had recent power dips at home, note it—those often trigger control-related errors
3. Reduce the load and remove imbalances
   • Take out some laundry if the drum was very full
   • Redistribute heavy items (towels, sheets) so they don’t form a single “ball”
   • Try a short cycle again
4. Check whether the drum spins smoothly by hand (with the washer off)
   • It should turn with normal resistance, but without catching or heavy rubbing
   • If you feel knocks or jams, check for objects trapped in the drum area

   If there’s rubbing or a blockage, the motor may go into protection and the controller can throw errors when it demands rotation.

5. Watch the exact moment it appears
   • If it shows up at start-up: it usually points to motor control/communication
   • If it shows up during spin: it may be load/imbalance or a failure under demand
   • If it comes and goes: it often fits an intermittent connector/wiring contact
6. When it makes sense to call a technician
   • F22 returns after a full reset and with a light load
   • The washer always stops at the same point in the cycle
   • There are unusual noises, a “burnt electronics” smell, or the display keeps rebooting

   In those cases, technicians typically check the motor connectors and wiring, the power/control module, and the motor itself if needed, because the fault is no longer about use or routine maintenance.

If F22 was a one-time event, it often clears with a full reset and a test with a light load. If the code returns easily, the most effective fix is to inspect the motor control side to eliminate the root cause.