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Appliance Error Codes: What They Mean and What to Check

Look up the code on your fridge, washer, dryer or range. Each page explains what the code means, the likely causes, the safe checks you can do yourself, and when it is time to call a pro. Every code is checked against the manufacturer's own support pages, and each page links its source.

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Samsung error codes

Samsung refrigerator

21E: Freezer fan error22E: Fridge fan error33E: Ice pipe heater error39E: Ice maker function error5E: Fridge defrost sensor error84C: Compressor lock88 88: Power or communication faultOF OF: Cooling Off (demo) mode, not a fault

Samsung washer

4C: Not filling (water supply) error5C: Drain errorLE: Water level or leak errorSud: Too many sudsUE: Unbalanced load errordC: Door error

Samsung dryer

HC: Heating errordE: Door errortS: Temperature sensor error

LG error codes

LG refrigerator

Er CO: Communication errorEr FF: Freezer fan errorEr IF: Ice maker fan errorEr dH: Defrost heater errorEr gF: Water flow sensor error

LG washer

FF: Freeze failureIE: Water inlet errorLE: Motor locked (tub will not spin)OE: Drain errorPE: Water level sensor errorUE: Unbalanced loaddE: Door lock error

LG dryer

d90: Restricted airflow (Flow Sense)nP: No current at the heatertE1: Thermistor (temperature sensor) error

Whirlpool error codes

Whirlpool washer

F5 E2: Door not lockingF7 E1: Motor speed sensing errorF8 E1: Low water flowF9 E1: Long drain time

Whirlpool dryer

AF: Restricted airflow

GE error codes

GE range / oven

F2: Oven temperature too highF3: Oven sensor faultF7: Keypanel problemF9: Door lock circuit fault

Frigidaire error codes

Frigidaire washer

E1: Long fill timeE2: Long drain time

Frigidaire range / oven

F10: Thermal runaway (oven too hot)F30: Oven sensor (probe) circuit openF90: Door lock issue

Maytag error codes

Maytag washer

LF: Long fillLdL: Lid not lockingOL: Load too large

Kenmore error codes

Kenmore washer

F21: Long drain (front load)

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Refrigerator help in IdahoWasher help in IdahoDryer help in IdahoRange / Oven help in Idaho

Dishwasher and microwave codes are not covered here yet.

FAQ

Should I reset my appliance when I see an error code?

Only if the manufacturer's steps say to. A power reset clears many temporary codes, but some brands, like Samsung for refrigerators, ask you not to clear a code before service because it erases diagnostic information.

Which error codes need a technician?

Codes tied to the sealed refrigerant system, compressor, gas parts, heating elements, control boards or wiring need a pro. Each page here says whether owner checks are likely to help.

How much does it cost to fix an appliance error code?

Call for a quote. Repair costs depend on the brand, the model, the part and the shop, so we do not publish price ranges.

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