Black+Decker Washer E2 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Your Black+Decker washer shows E2 when the top lid is open — close the lid fully and the cycle can carry on.
What this code means
E2 on a Black+Decker portable washer is the open-lid code: the manual gives the cause as "The top lid is open" and the solution as "Close the lid". Clothing draped over the rim, or a lid that hasn't dropped fully home, is enough to raise it.
BLACK+DECKER's instruction manual for the BPWM09W lists E2 as the top lid being open. On that model an out-of-balance load is a separate code, E3. Other BLACK+DECKER washers may number their codes differently, so check the table in your own model's manual.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Lid left open or not fully closed | Very common | Yes — no tools |
| Laundry or an object caught under the lid rim | Common | Yes — no tools |
| Lid opened part-way through a cycle | Common | Yes — close and restart |
| Failed lid switch | Less common | No — technician job |
What you can try yourself
- Close the lid and press it down until it sits flat all the way round.
- Check the rim for a sleeve, strap or detergent cap holding the lid up, and clear it.
- Press Start/Pause to carry on with the cycle.
- If E2 stays, unplug the washer for a minute, plug it back in and try again with the lid shut.
- If E2 still shows with the lid clearly closed, stop there — the lid switch needs a technician.
Seeing the symptom rather than the code? Washer door or lid trouble: checks that apply across brands.
When to call a technician
- E2 stays on with the lid fully closed and nothing caught under it.
- The lid or its hinge is cracked or no longer sits flat.
- The code comes and goes when the lid is touched during a cycle.
Typical professional repair cost: Usually $0 — closing the lid clears it. Lid switch replacement on a Black+Decker washer typically runs $90—$180 including labor.
Frequently asked questions
What does E2 mean on a Black+Decker washer?
On the BPWM09W it means the top lid is open. Close the lid fully and restart; the cycle carries on once the washer sees the lid shut.
Why does E2 show when the lid is closed?
Something may be holding the lid slightly up — fabric over the rim is the usual culprit. If the lid sits flat and E2 remains after a one-minute unplug, the lid switch is the likely fault.
Is E2 a drain error on a Black+Decker washer?
Not on the BPWM09W: its manual lists the drain fault as E4 and the open lid as E2. Numbering can differ on other models, so check the code table for yours.
Sources checked
- BLACK+DECKER BPWM09W Portable Washer Instruction Manual, troubleshooting page (hosted by ManualsLib)
Error meanings can vary by model. This guide was checked against the documentation above; use the manual for the model number on your own appliance when it differs.
Related Black+Decker codes
- Black+Decker Washer E1 Your Black+Decker washer didn't fill in time — E1 appears after about 30 minutes of filling without reaching the set level, nearly always a supply problem.
- Black+Decker Washer E3 Your Black+Decker washer shows E3 when the spin has gone out of balance three times — open the lid, spread the wet load evenly and make sure the machine sits level.
- Black+Decker Washer E4 Your Black+Decker washer can't drain — E4 appears when draining takes over 10 minutes or the tub can't empty completely, usually a kinked or badly placed drain hose or a clogged filter.
- Black+Decker Washer E5 Your Black+Decker washer shows E5 when the water has filled past its preset level — turn off the taps, and call the manufacturer's service line as the manual directs.
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