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Appliance Error Code Lookup
What a code on your washer, dryer, dishwasher, refrigerator or oven means and what to try first.
Codes vary by model and production year, so always confirm with your owner's manual. If a code keeps coming back after the quick fix, the part behind it usually needs testing by a technician.
Washer Error Codes
| Brand | Code | What it means | Try this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whirlpool | F9 E1 | Long drain: the washer took too long to pump the water out. | Check the drain hose for kinks, make sure it is not pushed more than about 4.5 inches into the standpipe, and clean the drain pump filter if your model has one. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F8 E1 | Long fill: the washer is not sensing enough water coming in. | Make sure both faucets are fully open, the inlet hoses are not kinked, and the inlet screens are not clogged with sediment. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F5 E1 | Door switch problem: the control does not see the door as closed. | Open and firmly close the door, and check that clothing is not caught in the door seal. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F5 E2 | Door lock failure: the door could not lock. | Close the door firmly, remove anything blocking the latch, then unplug the washer for one minute to reset it. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F5 E3 | Door unlock failure: the door could not unlock at the end of the cycle. | Make sure all water has drained, then unplug the washer for one minute and try again. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F7 E1 | Motor speed error: the control is not reading the motor speed correctly. | Reduce the load size and redistribute clothes, then reset power. If it returns, the motor, wiring or control needs testing. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F3 E1 | Pressure (water level) sensor fault. | Unplug the washer for one minute to reset. If the code comes back, the pressure sensor or its hose needs checking. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F1 E1 | Main control board fault. | Unplug the washer for one minute to reset it. A code that keeps returning usually means the control board needs diagnosis. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F2 E1 | Stuck key on the control panel. | Make sure nothing is pressing on the panel and wipe it dry, then reset power. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | Sud | Too many suds were detected, so the washer is running extra steps to clear them. | Use only HE detergent and less of it. Let the cycle finish on its own. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | LF | Long fill on many top-load models: water is not reaching the set level in time. | Open both faucets fully and check the inlet hoses and screens for kinks or sediment. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | rL | Remove load: clothes were detected during a Clean Washer cycle. | Take everything out of the drum and restart the Clean Washer cycle. Book a repair |
| Maytag | F9 E1 | Long drain: water is not pumping out fast enough. | Straighten the drain hose, check the standpipe is not clogged, and clean the drain pump filter if your model has one. Book a repair |
| Maytag | F8 E1 | Long fill: not enough water is coming in. | Open both faucets fully and clean the screens where the hoses attach to the washer. Book a repair |
| Maytag | F5 E2 | Door or lid lock could not lock. | Close the door or lid firmly, remove anything in the way of the latch, and reset power for one minute. Book a repair |
| Maytag | Sud | Oversudsing detected. | Use less HE detergent. Run a rinse cycle with no detergent to clear the suds. Book a repair |
| Kenmore | F9 E1 | Long drain on Whirlpool-built Kenmore washers. | Check the drain hose for kinks and clean the drain pump filter if accessible. Book a repair |
| Kenmore | F8 E1 | Long fill on Whirlpool-built Kenmore washers. | Make sure the faucets are fully open and the inlet screens are clean. Book a repair |
| Kenmore | F5 E2 | Door lock failure on Whirlpool-built Kenmore washers. | Close the door firmly and reset power for one minute. Book a repair |
| Kenmore | Sud | Oversudsing detected. | Use less HE detergent and let the washer finish clearing the suds. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 4C (4E) | Water supply error: the washer is not filling. | Open both faucets fully, check the hoses for kinks, and clean the mesh filters where the hoses connect. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 5C (5E, nd) | Drain error: water is not draining. | Check the drain hose for kinks and clean the debris filter behind the small panel at the bottom front (front-loaders). Book a repair |
| Samsung | dC (dE, dE1) | Door or lid error: the door is open or not locking. | Close the door or lid firmly and make sure no clothing is caught. Reset power if it persists. Book a repair |
| Samsung | Ub (UE, UB) | Unbalanced load: the washer cannot spin evenly. | Redistribute the load, add or remove items, and make sure the washer is level. Book a repair |
| Samsung | Sd (SUd, 5UD) | Too many suds detected. | Use less HE detergent. The washer will pause to let suds settle. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 3C (3E) | Motor error. | Reduce the load size and reset power. If it returns, the motor, its sensor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| Samsung | LE (LC) | Water leak or abnormal water level detected. | Look for leaks at the hoses and under the washer, and make sure the drain hose is not siphoning. Book a repair |
| Samsung | OE (OC, OF) | Overflow: too much water in the tub. | Turn the washer off and close the faucets. Reset power; if it repeats, the water valve or level sensor needs checking. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 1C (1E) | Water level sensor error. | Reset power for a few minutes. If it returns, the pressure sensor or its hose needs checking. Book a repair |
| Samsung | tC (tE) | Water temperature sensor error. | Reset power. A recurring code usually needs the sensor tested. Book a repair |
| Samsung | HC (HE) | Heating error on models with an internal heater. | Make sure the hot water supply is on and reset power. If it returns, the heater or sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| Samsung | bE | A control panel button is stuck. | Press each button to see if one is stuck, wipe the panel dry and reset power. Book a repair |
| LG | OE | Drain error: water is not draining. | Check the drain hose for kinks and clean the drain pump filter behind the small access panel at the bottom front. Book a repair |
| LG | IE | Water inlet error: not filling. | Open the faucets fully, check the hoses for kinks, and clean the inlet filter screens. Book a repair |
| LG | UE | Unbalanced load. | Redistribute the clothes, avoid washing a single heavy item alone, and check the washer is level. Book a repair |
| LG | dE (dE1, dE2) | Door error: door open or lock problem. | Close the door firmly and make sure no clothing is caught in the seal. Book a repair |
| LG | LE | Locked motor: the motor is overloaded or cannot turn. | Reduce the load size, unplug for 10 minutes, then retry. If it repeats, the motor or its sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | tE | Heating or thermistor error. | Reset power. If it returns, the heater or temperature sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | PE | Water level (pressure) sensor error. | Unplug for a few minutes and retry. A recurring code needs the sensor checked. Book a repair |
| LG | FE | Overfill: too much water. | Turn off the faucets and unplug the washer. A water inlet valve that does not close is a common cause. Book a repair |
| LG | Sud | Too many suds detected. | Use less HE detergent and let the washer finish its suds removal. Book a repair |
| LG | CL | Child lock is turned on (not a fault). | Turn child lock off by holding the button marked for child lock (often a two-button combination) for about 3 seconds. Book a repair |
| LG | PF | Power failure during the cycle. | Restart the cycle. If it repeats, check the outlet and breaker. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | E11 | Water fill problem. | Open both faucets fully, check the hoses for kinks and clean the inlet screens. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | E21 | Drain problem: the washer took too long to drain. | Check the drain hose and clean the drain pump filter at the bottom front. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | E41 | Door open or door lock problem. | Close the door firmly and make sure nothing is caught. Reset power if it persists. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | E11 | Water fill problem. | Check that the faucets are open and the inlet hoses and screens are clear. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | E21 | Drain problem. | Clean the drain pump filter and check the drain hose for kinks. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | E41 | Door open or door lock problem. | Close the door firmly and reset power. Book a repair |
| Bosch | F17 (E17) | Water takes too long to fill. | Open the faucets fully and check the hoses and inlet screens. Book a repair |
| Bosch | F18 (E18) | Drain problem. | Clean the drain pump filter at the bottom front and check the drain hose for kinks. Book a repair |
| Bosch | F21 | Motor or drum cannot turn properly. | Check the drum turns freely by hand with the washer off and reduce the load. If it repeats, the motor needs testing. Book a repair |
| Bosch | F23 (E23) | Water in the base (AquaStop leak protection). | Turn off the water and power, look for leaks at hoses and the door seal, and let the base dry. Book a repair |
Dryer Error Codes
| Brand | Code | What it means | Try this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maytag | PF | Power failure: power was interrupted during the cycle. | Press Start to resume. If it keeps happening, check the breaker and the power cord connection. Book a repair |
| Maytag | AF | Airflow restricted: the vent or lint path is blocked. | Clean the lint screen, then check the vent hose behind the dryer and the outside vent flap for lint and crushing. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | PF | Power failure: power was interrupted during the cycle. | Press Start to resume the cycle. If it repeats, check the breaker and outlet. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | AF | Airflow restricted or blocked exhaust vent. | Clean the lint screen and check the full vent run to the outside for lint buildup and crushed sections. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F3 E1 | Exhaust thermistor circuit open. | Reset power for one minute. If it returns, the exhaust thermistor or its wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F3 E2 | Exhaust thermistor circuit shorted. | Reset power for one minute. If it returns, the thermistor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | L2 | Low or no line voltage detected (electric models), so the heater may not work. | Check that both breakers for the dryer are on and fully reset. A tripped half of a double breaker is a common cause. Book a repair |
| Kenmore | PF | Power failure on Whirlpool-built Kenmore dryers. | Press Start to resume and check the breaker if it repeats. Book a repair |
| Samsung | HE (HC) | Heating error: the dryer is not heating correctly. | Clean the lint filter and vent, and check both breakers (electric) or the gas supply valve (gas). Book a repair |
| Samsung | tS (tO) | Temperature sensor (thermistor) open or shorted. | Reset power for a few minutes. If it returns, the thermistor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| Samsung | dE (dO) | Door open or door switch problem. | Close the door firmly and check nothing is caught. Reset power if it persists. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 9C1 | Supply voltage error. | Make sure the dryer is plugged directly into its outlet (no extension cord) and both breakers are on. Book a repair |
| LG | d80 / d90 / d95 | Exhaust vent restricted by about 80, 90 or 95 percent. | Clean the lint filter and clean the entire vent run to the outside. Replace crushed foil ducting with rigid or semi-rigid metal duct. Book a repair |
| LG | tE1 / tE2 | Thermistor (temperature sensor) error. | Unplug for a few minutes. If the code returns, the thermistor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | PS | Power supply problem: the power cord or outlet may be wired incorrectly or one leg of power is missing (electric models). | Check both breakers. Have a qualified person check the power cord connection at the terminal block. Book a repair |
| LG | dE | Door open or door switch problem. | Close the door firmly. If it persists with the door shut, the door switch needs testing. Book a repair |
Dishwasher Error Codes
| Brand | Code | What it means | Try this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | LC (LE) | Leak detected: water found in the base of the dishwasher. | Turn off the dishwasher and water supply, use the right detergent (too many suds can trigger it), and let the base dry out before restarting. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 5C (5E, OC) | Drain error. | Clean the filter in the bottom of the tub and check the drain hose and garbage disposal knockout plug. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 4C (4E) | Water supply error: not filling. | Make sure the water valve under the sink is fully open and the supply line is not kinked. Book a repair |
| Samsung | HC (HE) | Heater error. | Reset power at the breaker for a few minutes. If it returns, the heater or sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| Samsung | tC (tE) | Temperature sensor error. | Reset power. A recurring code means the sensor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | OE | Drain error. | Clean the filter at the bottom of the tub and check the drain hose for kinks or a clogged disposal connection. Book a repair |
| LG | IE | Water inlet error: not filling. | Make sure the water supply valve is fully open and the line is not kinked. Book a repair |
| LG | AE | Leak detected in the base. | Turn off power and water, check for oversudsing from the wrong detergent, and let the base dry before restarting. Book a repair |
| LG | HE | Heater error. | Reset power at the breaker. If it returns, the heater circuit needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | tE | Thermistor error. | Reset power. A recurring code needs the sensor tested. Book a repair |
| LG | LE | Motor error. | Reset power for a few minutes. If it returns, the wash motor or its wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | FE | Overfill: too much water. | Turn off the water supply. A water inlet valve that sticks open is a common cause. Book a repair |
| LG | bE | Too many suds (bubbles) detected. | Use only automatic dishwasher detergent, never hand dish soap, and run a rinse cycle. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | i10 | Water fill problem. | Make sure the water valve under the sink is fully open and the line is not kinked. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | i20 | Drain problem. | Clean the filter at the bottom of the tub and check the drain hose and disposal connection. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | i30 | Leak detected: water in the base pan. | Turn off power and water, check for oversudsing, and let the base dry before restarting. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | i10 | Water fill problem. | Check that the water supply valve is open and the line is not kinked. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | i20 | Drain problem. | Clean the filter and check the drain hose for kinks or clogs. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | i30 | Leak detected in the base. | Turn off power and water and let the base dry. Check door seals and use the correct detergent. Book a repair |
| Bosch | E15 | Water in the base: the leak protection float has been triggered. | Turn off power and water. Check for oversudsing and leaks; the base must dry out (often 24+ hours) before the code clears. Book a repair |
| Bosch | E24 | Drain blocked: water is not pumping out. | Clean the filters at the bottom of the tub and check the drain hose for kinks and the disposal knockout plug. Book a repair |
| Bosch | E25 | Drain pump blocked, often by glass, seeds or a pump cover issue. | With power off, remove the filters and check under the drain pump cover for debris. Book a repair |
| Bosch | E09 | Heating element (heat pump) error. | Reset power at the breaker. If it returns, the heater circuit needs testing. Book a repair |
| Bosch | E22 | Filter clogged. | Remove, rinse and reinstall the filter assembly at the bottom of the tub. Book a repair |
Refrigerator Error Codes
| Brand | Code | What it means | Try this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | OF OF | Demo (showroom) mode: lights and display work but cooling is off. | Turn off demo mode using the button combination in your owner's manual (often holding two buttons for several seconds). Book a repair |
| Samsung | PC ER | Communication error between the display and the main control board. | Unplug the refrigerator for a few minutes and plug it back in. If it returns, the wiring or boards need diagnosis. Book a repair |
| Samsung | 5E | Fresh food defrost sensor error. | Check for frost buildup on the back wall. A technician should test the sensor and defrost system. Book a repair |
| LG | Er IF | Ice maker fan error. | Check for ice buildup around the ice compartment fan. A technician should test the fan and defrost system. Book a repair |
| LG | Er FF | Freezer fan error. | Listen for the fan in the freezer. Frost blocking the fan often points to a defrost problem. Book a repair |
| LG | Er CF | Condenser fan error. | Unplug the fridge and clear dust and debris around the condenser fan at the back bottom. Book a repair |
| LG | Er dH | Defrost heater error. | Check for heavy frost on the freezer back wall. The defrost heater, sensor or control needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | Er rS | Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor error. | Unplug for a few minutes and restart. If it returns, the sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| LG | Er gF | Water flow sensor error. | Make sure the water supply valve is open and the water filter is seated correctly. Book a repair |
Oven Error Codes
| Brand | Code | What it means | Try this first |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE | F1 | Oven control or touchpad failure. | Turn off the breaker for 30 seconds to reset. If F1 returns, the control or touchpad needs diagnosis. Book a repair |
| GE | F2 | Oven temperature too high (runaway temperature). | Turn the oven off and let it cool. Do not use it until the sensor and control are tested. Book a repair |
| GE | F3 / F4 | Oven temperature sensor open or shorted. | Reset the breaker. If it returns, the oven sensor or its connector needs testing. Book a repair |
| GE | F7 | Stuck or shorted key on the touchpad. | Wipe the touchpad dry and reset the breaker. If it returns, the touchpad or control needs replacing. Book a repair |
| GE | F9 | Door lock problem, often after a self-clean cycle. | Let the oven cool fully, then reset the breaker. Do not force the door. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | F10 | Runaway temperature: the oven is running hotter than set. | Turn the oven off and reset the breaker. Do not use it until the sensor and control are tested. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | F11 | Shorted key on the control panel. | Wipe the panel dry and reset the breaker. If it returns, the touchpad needs replacing. Book a repair |
| Frigidaire | F30 / F31 | Oven temperature sensor open (F30) or shorted (F31). | Reset the breaker. A recurring code means the oven sensor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | F10 | Runaway temperature. | Turn the oven off, reset the breaker, and have the sensor and control tested before using it. Book a repair |
| Electrolux | F30 / F31 | Oven temperature sensor open or shorted. | Reset the breaker. If it returns, the oven sensor needs testing. Book a repair |
| Whirlpool | F3 | Oven temperature sensor circuit problem. | Reset the breaker for one minute. If it returns, the oven sensor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
| KitchenAid | F3 | Oven temperature sensor circuit problem. | Reset the breaker for one minute. If it returns, the sensor or wiring needs testing. Book a repair |
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