Appliance error codes by problem type

Use symptom hubs when you know the problem category but not the exact brand code. Each hub links to matching refrigerator, washer, dryer, and dishwasher pages.

27 code guides

Drain problem

The appliance is taking too long to remove water or cannot confirm normal draining. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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26 code guides

Door or lid lock

The appliance does not detect a fully closed, latched, or locked door. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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23 code guides

Water fill problem

The appliance is not filling fast enough, cannot detect water, or sees an inlet fault. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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19 code guides

Heating or temperature fault

The control is seeing a heating, thermistor, or temperature reading outside the expected range. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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16 code guides

Motor or drive fault

The control cannot confirm normal motor movement, rotation speed, or pump operation. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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16 code guides

Sensor reading fault

A sensor value is outside the range expected by the control board. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Ice maker or water system fault

The refrigerator is warning about the ice maker, ice-room fan, fill tube, water flow, or ice-production sensors. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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9 code guides

Power supply or reset condition

The control noticed a power interruption, polarity issue, or voltage condition. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Cooling or temperature fault

The appliance is warning that cooling, temperature sensing, or sealed-system performance is outside the expected range. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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7 code guides

Excess suds

The appliance is detecting too much foam, which can block normal draining or sensing. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Leak or overflow detection

The appliance has detected water where it should not be, or water level is above expected range. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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6 code guides

Electronic communication fault

One control board or sensor is not communicating normally with another part of the appliance. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Display or feature state

The display is showing a mode, reminder, or feature state that may not be a failed part. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Filter or screen condition

A filter, lint screen, or sump area needs attention before the appliance can run normally. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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5 code guides

Unbalanced load

The appliance cannot spin or tumble normally because the load is uneven. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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WaterWall or spray system fault

A dishwasher spray arm, WaterWall bar, or reflector is not moving as expected. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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4 code guides

Defrost system fault

The control cannot confirm normal defrost heating, defrost sensing, or frost-clearing behavior. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Overfill or water level fault

The appliance is detecting too much water or a water-level reading that does not match the cycle. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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Airflow restriction

The appliance is warning that air is not moving freely through the vent path. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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3 code guides

Control lock

The panel is locked by a child lock or control lock feature, not a mechanical failure. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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3 code guides

Voltage condition

The control is seeing voltage outside the range expected for normal operation. Browse related appliance codes and safe first checks.

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