E36 is a board or software error on the front loader and a sensor error on the washer dryer. Both articles end at service.
Model compatibility: Fisher & Paykel reuses codes across series and model years, so E36 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
E36 is an electronic board or software error on the Flexidose front loader and a sensor error on the washer dryer.
Fisher & Paykel mentions E36 in two help articles about two different washing machines. For the front loader it is a fault with the electronic board or its software; for the washer dryer it is listed among the sensor errors.
The two readings
Front loader: board or software fault. Owner step: 30 seconds with the power off. Afterwards, a repair if the code returns.
Washer dryer: sensor fault. Owner step: none. Next: a service repair.
Flexidose front loader (WH8060J5)
E36 gets the same brief routine as the other board codes:
Cut the power at the supply.
Wait half a minute.
Turn the power back on.
Arrange a repair if E36 comes back.
Washer dryer
The combo’s article puts E36 in a list with E3, E31, E34, E35, E23 and ECT, every entry marked sensor error. Where a code has no fix listed, the instruction is to arrange a repair and quote the code.
Take care
The sources are silent on whether the two labels describe one underlying problem or two. Write down which machine you have and pass that on during the call; do not assume either label names the real cause.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Fisher & Paykel appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
