Bosch WAW285H2UC 2.7 cu ft Compact Front Load Washer with EcoSilence Motor Er:24 Error Fix: Overflow Protection Active

Error code Er:24 on the Bosch WAW285H2UC 2.7 cu ft Compact Front Load Washer with EcoSilence Motor means: Overflow Protection Active. The overflow protection system has been activated. Water has been detected in the base of the washer by the Aquastop float switch, or the water level in the tub has exceeded the maximum programmed level. The drain pump will run continuously. Check for leaks from hoses, pump, tub seal, or door boot. Tilt the machine slightly forward to allow trapped water in the base to drain down to the float area. Once the water is cleared and leaks repaired, the error should clear on next use.

The most successful fix is "Replace Faulty Drain Pump or Tub Seal to Fix Overflow Leak" (medium difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$40. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Faulty Drain Pump or Tub Seal to Fix Overflow Leak") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, 10mm socket wrench, Flashlight.

DIY cost: $20-$40. Professional repair typically costs $150-$250. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Bosch WAW285H2UC 2.7 cu ft Compact Front Load Washer with EcoSilence Motor has 8 other known error codes, including: Er:01 (Door Lock Fault), Er:02 (Water Not Draining), Er:05 (Water Fill Timeout), Er:07 (Heating System Fault), Er:08 (Overfill — Water Level Too High), and 3 more.

Error code Er:24 also appears on 3 other Bosch models: WAT28400UC 2.8 cu ft Compact Front Load Washer, WAT28401UC 2.2 cu ft 300 Series Compact Washer, WAW285H1UC 2.2 cu ft 800 Series Compact Washer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.