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FISHER-PAYKEL no tAP

Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine Error Code no tAP: No Water Supply — Tap Closed or Low Pressure

Clear meaning, realistic next steps, and safe guidance without turning the page into a long repair manual.

What it means

The washer is not receiving water from the household supply. The display variants indicate which supply is affected: 'no tAP' means no water at all, 'no hot' means the hot supply is absent, and 'no Cld' means cold water is missing. All require checking the supply connections.

Severity

Medium - some user checks may help, but repeated faults often need service.

Can you fix it yourself?

Partial - DIY Possible

Most likely cause

Water supply tap(s) behind the washer not fully open

Also displayed as no tAP, no hot, no Cld on some models.

Estimated time for safe first checks: 10–20 min for tap and hose checks.

Step-by-Step DIY Fix Guide

  1. SAFETY: Unplug the washer before checking hose connections.
  2. Locate the water supply taps behind the washer — turn both fully counterclockwise to open.
  3. Straighten both inlet hoses — no kinks or sharp bends.
  4. Unscrew the inlet hoses from the back of the washer and inspect the small mesh filter screens inside each port.
  5. Clean the screens with a toothbrush under running water.
  6. Reconnect hoses, turn on the water supply, and check for drips.
  7. Plug in and run a rinse cycle to test.

If it's still not filling correctly

  • If normal household water flow looks good but the code returns, the inlet-valve or fill-sensing path becomes more likely.
  • Taps are fully open and hoses are clear, but the washer still reports no water
  • Household water pressure is confirmed below 20 psi

What This Error Means

The no tAP fault code on your Fisher & Paykel Washing Machine means: The washer is not receiving water from the household supply. The display variants indicate which supply is affected: 'no tAP' means no water at all, 'no hot' means the hot supply is absent, and 'no Cld' means cold water is missing. All require checking the supply connections. This fault may also appear as no hot, no Cld on some models.

The most common cause is: water supply tap(s) behind the washer not fully open.

This fault is user-fixable in many cases. Call a plumber if household water pressure is below 20 psi or if the inlet valve on the washer has failed.

Most Likely Cause by Symptom

The Fisher & Paykel washing machine may stop, pause, or refuse to complete the cycle normally.

Likely cause: Water supply tap(s) behind the washer not fully open

Check first: SAFETY: Unplug the washer before checking hose connections.

Common Causes

  • Water supply tap(s) behind the washer not fully open
  • Kinked or pinched inlet hose restricting flow
  • Clogged inlet filter screens inside the hose connections at the back of the washer
  • Household water pressure too low — Fisher & Paykel washers require a minimum of 20 psi
  • Water supply turned off at the meter or by a plumber

What Not to Do

  • Do not run the washer without a water supply — operating the pump dry can damage it

Model and Display Variation Notes

Model-family notes

  • Fisher & Paykel washing machine display wording and code formats can vary by series.
  • If your model behaves differently, check the owner manual before trying any deeper maintenance step.
  • Some models may display the same fault as no tAP, no hot, no Cld.

Display and panel differences

  • Some control panels show this issue as no tAP, no hot, no Cld instead of only no tAP.
  • Panel wording and whether the code appears with letters, numbers, or a longer variant can differ by model family.

Parts, Tools and Service Options

Common parts

  • Inlet valve (~$30–$70) if the valve is not opening despite adequate pressure (varies) - consult technician
  • Inlet hoses (~$10–$25 each) if cracked or blocked internally (varies) - consult technician

Manual and model check

Check your exact model and manual before ordering any Fisher & Paykel washing machine parts.

Service option

Fisher & Paykel service visit if the warning returns after the basic checks are complete.

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When Not to Keep Troubleshooting

Taps are fully open and hoses are clear, but the washer still reports no water

  • Household water pressure is confirmed below 20 psi

How to Prevent It Recurring

  • Check inlet hose connections and clean the filter screens annually to prevent slow-fill faults

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Extra notes

  • This page is based on Fisher & Paykel support material and stays conservative where model-specific guidance may vary.
  • The goal is to help you identify safe first checks before you move into parts, service, or model-specific manual lookup.

Source and model notes

Last reviewed: 2026-04-09

Based on: Based on Fisher & Paykel support material and edited into consumer-safe guidance for the exact code family on this page.

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Model coverage note: Fisher & Paykel washing machine code meanings can vary by series, control panel, and model family, so use this page as a safe starting point rather than a replacement for the model-specific manual.

Important: FixThisError is an independent guide, not the manufacturer. Use your model-specific manual when the panel wording or behavior differs.

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