DIAGNOSTIC · DB

Appliance Error Code Lookup

Every code below lives in one centralized database and points to the full repair guide. ✓ Manufacturer-verified = checked against manufacturer documentation (date shown). ◐ Partially verified = code confirmed to exist in official docs, meaning not yet source-captured. ⚠ Unverified = no first-party source located — confirm in your model's manual before replacing parts.

OE

LG Washer · OE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Drain error — the washer can't drain the wash water used in the cycle.

Check first: LG’s order: check the drain hose for kinks/clogs first (then run a spin cycle to confirm); if the hose is clear, run a spin-only cycle and listen for the drain pump humming; then clean the drain pump filter.

Likely causes: Kinked drain hose; clogged drain pump filter.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full OE page → Full repair guide →
IE

LG Washer · IE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Water inlet error — the tub did not fill to the proper level within the allowed time.

Check first: Confirm faucets are open and hoses connected; unfold bent hoses; clean the inlet filters where the hoses attach.

Likely causes: Water cut off or faucet off; supply hose disconnected, bent, or frozen; clogged inlet filter.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full IE page → Full repair guide →
UE

LG Washer · UE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Unbalance error — the laundry is piled on one side of the drum, so the washer can't spin properly.

Check first: Redistribute the load, adjust load size, and level the washer (adjust the feet).

Likely causes: Unsuitable items; load too big or too small; laundry not distributed; washer not level.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full UE page → Full repair guide →
LE

LG Washer · LE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Tub fails to spin — LG states the motor can't operate properly because the washer was overloaded, or a foreign object is stuck in the tub.

Check first: Unplug, wait 5 minutes, retry; reduce the load or use a bedding cycle for heavy loads; power off and remove any coin or object stuck in the tub.

Likely causes: Overload; foreign object stuck in the tub.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
DE

LG Washer · DE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Door error — LG splits this family: dE/dE1/E01 = the door is not closed properly (for example, laundry caught between the door and the rubber gasket); dE2/E30 = the door is closed but not locked.

Check first: Open and re-close the door; reset the washer (power off, unplug or trip the breaker, hold START/PAUSE 5 s, restore power) and retry.

Likely causes: Door not fully closed; laundry caught between the door and the gasket; door not locked (dE2/E30).

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
FE

LG Washer · FE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Water overfilling error — LG states there is a problem with water overfilling; extra water may have entered the drum through the detergent dispenser.

Check first: Check whether extra water is being supplied through the detergent dispenser; unplug, wait 60 s, restart; start a Quick 30 program — if it does not begin with a drain action, stop it and switch off the washer.

Likely causes: Water overfilling; extra water entering via the detergent dispenser.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Safety risk
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
tE

LG Washer · tE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Heating error — LG states a heating error, usually caused by a faulty thermistor.

Check first: Unplug for 10 seconds, plug back in, press power, press spin-speed until "no spin"; once drained, restart the cycle. If it persists, close the water taps and unplug.

Likely causes: Faulty thermistor.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
PE

LG Washer · PE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Water level sensor error — LG states the water level sensor is malfunctional.

Check first: Unplug for 10 seconds, plug back in and restart the cycle; if it persists, arrange service.

Likely causes: Faulty water level (pressure) sensor.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
PF

LG Washer · PF

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Power failure — LG states a power failure, which may occur if the power supply to the washer is interrupted during a cycle by a power outage.

Check first: Restart the cycle; codes that clear on their own after a power blip need no part.

Likely causes: Power outage or interruption.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • LG washers (varies by model)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

Full repair guide →
4E

Samsung Washer · 4E

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Not filling error — water is not entering the washer correctly.

Check first: Check hot/cold hoses are on the correct inlets and not kinked; open both valves fully; do not use Flood Safe hoses; check the drain hose is 6–8 inches into the drain pipe and not kinked; unplug (or switch the breaker off) for 1 minute, then retry; clean the inlet filters if debris is present.

Likely causes: Inlet hoses on the wrong inlets or kinked; valves not fully open; Flood Safe hoses; drain hose placement or kinks; blocked inlet filters.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full 4E page → Full repair guide →
5E

Samsung Washer · 5E

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

No drain error — water is not draining from the washer at the correct speed (or at all).

Check first: Turn off the washer and check it is level; inspect drain-hose installation (not airtight, not kinked/bent/damaged, correct height, no extension kit); on front-loaders clean the removable pump filter.

Likely causes: Incorrect drain-hose installation; clogged drain pump filter (front-load only); washer not level.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full 5E page → Full repair guide →
SE

Samsung Washer · SE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

No drain error — alternate display in the 5E/SE/5C/SC drain-error family.

Check first: Same as 5E: level check, drain-hose installation, then the front-load pump filter.

Likely causes: Incorrect drain-hose installation; clogged drain pump filter (front-load only); washer not level.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full SE page → Full repair guide →
UE

Samsung Washer · UE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Unbalanced load error — the current load in the washer is unbalanced inside the tub.

Check first: Redistribute the load evenly; mix large and small items; level the washer.

Likely causes: Unevenly distributed load; load too big or small; washer not level; Ur = retrying balance.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full UE page → Full repair guide →
3E

Samsung Washer · 3E

✓ Manufacturer-verified · model-specific checked 2026-09-09

Voltage error — an irregularity in the electrical current supplied to the washer (per Samsung). Samsung marks 3E with an asterisk: some models/families use the same display for a motor-related fault — confirm the meaning for your exact model.

Model applicability: Samsung washers — Samsung marks 3E with an asterisk; meaning varies by model family (voltage error on many; motor-related per some manuals). Confirm in your model’s manual.

Check first: Check the outlet/power supply; power-cycle (unplug 5 min). If it recurs and your manual lists 3E as motor-related, check the motor harness and connections.

Likely causes: Electrical supply irregularity; power failure (PF may also appear); on some models, motor-related fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers — Samsung marks 3E with an asterisk; meaning varies by model family (voltage error on many; motor-related per some manuals). Confirm in your model’s manual.

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full repair guide →
1E

Samsung Washer · 1E

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Water level or leakage error (older-model display) — moisture detected where it doesn’t belong, or a fault with the level sensor itself.

Check first: Look for evidence of a leak first (Samsung’s first step); check the pressure hose and sensor connections.

Likely causes: Leak (hoses, tub, dispenser); water level sensor fault.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (older 1E/LE-style displays)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full repair guide →
tE

Samsung Washer · tE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Temperature sensor error (tE, tE1, tC family).

Check first: Check the sensor connection near the tub/heater; test resistance with a multimeter (should change with temperature).

Likely causes: Faulty or disconnected thermistor/temperature sensor.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full repair guide →
OE

Samsung Washer · OE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-17

Overflow error — there is too much water in the washer.

Check first: Close the hot and cold water-supply valves. If water keeps entering after the valves are closed, isolate the water supply and request service — do not keep running cycles.

Likely causes: Overflow — there is too much water in the washer.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Safety risk
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full OE page → Full repair guide →
dE

Samsung Washer · dE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Door error — the door is not detected as closed and locked (dE, dE1, dE2 family).

Check first: Confirm the door is fully closed and nothing is caught; inspect the door and latch for visible damage.

Likely causes: Door not fully closed; items caught between the door and the frame; visible door/latch damage.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)

Manufacturer source: Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US Support (TSG10000997)

Full dE page → Full repair guide →
SUD

Samsung Washer · SUD

⚠ Unverified

Suds error — too much detergent foam (widely reported; Samsung’s troubleshooting confirms oversudsing from too much/non-HE detergent).

⚠ Appliance Sleuth could not verify this code's meaning against manufacturer documentation. Treat it as a lead — check your model's manual or contact the manufacturer with your model number before replacing any parts.

Check first: Run empty rinse cycles until suds stop; use HE detergent only, dosed per the label, never past the MAX line.

Likely causes: Excess detergent; non-HE detergent.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)
Full repair guide →
F21

Whirlpool Washer · F21

◐ Partially verified

Drain problem — water isn’t draining (Duet-era display).

Check first: Power-cycle first; confirm the code in your model’s manual or with Whirlpool support before replacing parts.

Likely causes: Clogged drain pump/filter; drain hose restriction; drain pump fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool washers (varies by model family)
Full repair guide →
SUD

Whirlpool Washer · SUD

◐ Partially verified

Suds error — too much detergent foam.

Check first: Power-cycle first; confirm the code in your model’s manual or with Whirlpool support before replacing parts.

Likely causes: Excess detergent; wrong detergent type.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool washers (varies by model family)
Full repair guide →
dE

Whirlpool Washer · dE

◐ Partially verified

Door error — door not closing or locking.

Check first: Power-cycle first; confirm the code in your model’s manual or with Whirlpool support before replacing parts.

Likely causes: Door ajar; door switch/latch fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool washers (varies by model family)
Full repair guide →
LO FL

Whirlpool Washer · LO FL

◐ Partially verified

Low water flow — fill is too slow.

Check first: Power-cycle first; confirm the code in your model’s manual or with Whirlpool support before replacing parts.

Likely causes: Supply valves; inlet screens; kinked hoses.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool washers (varies by model family)
Full repair guide →
F5 E2

Whirlpool Washer · F5 E2

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Door/lid not locking — front-load: the door is not locking properly; top-load: the lid lock cannot engage, often because of an obstruction in the lid-lock area.

Check first: Open and firmly close the door or lid; clear anything blocking the lock area; then power-cycle the control (unplug 5 minutes).

Likely causes: Door or lid not fully latched; an obstruction (clothing or an object) in the lid-lock area; a failed door/lid lock assembly.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool washers — front-load (door lock) and top-load (lid lock)

Manufacturer source: F5 E2 - Error Code — Whirlpool Product Help (front-load)

Full F5 E2 page → Full repair guide →
F9 E1

Whirlpool Washer · F9 E1

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Long drain time — the washer is unable to drain correctly within the allowed time (Whirlpool does not state that the pump has failed).

Check first: Check drain installation first: hose no more than 4.5 in (113 mm) into the standpipe/tub and not sealed; clean the drain pump filter; clean the door-bellows drain holes.

Likely causes: Drain hose pushed too far into the standpipe (>4.5 in / 113 mm) causing siphon-back; clogged drain pump filter; clogged door-seal/bellow drain holes; drain-hose installation fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool front-load washers

Manufacturer source: F9 E1 - Front Load Washer (Long Drain Time) — Whirlpool Product Help

Full F9 E1 page → Full repair guide →
PO

Whirlpool Refrigerator · PO

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Power outage indicator — the freezer warmed to 18°F (-8°C) or higher while power was off.

Check first: Press MEASURED FILL under "Confirm" to acknowledge and clear the display. Check stored food for thawing.

Likely causes: Power supply to the refrigerator was off.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: PO Error Code — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 E1

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 E1

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 E2

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 E2

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 E4

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 E4

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 E8

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 E8

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 E9

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 E9

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F3 EC

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F3 EC

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F4 E1

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F4 E1

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F6 E1

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F6 E1

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F8 E1

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F8 E1

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F8 E2

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F8 E2

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F8 E3

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F8 E3

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F8 E8

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F8 E8

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
F8 EC

Whirlpool Refrigerator · F8 EC

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-09

Internal fault detected (flashing-F fault). Per Whirlpool: power down (breaker or unplug) for one minute, restore power, confirm cooling is on, and monitor — if the code returns, schedule service.

Check first: Reset power for one minute (breaker or unplug); if the code returns, schedule service with your model number ready.

Likely causes: Control board detected an internal fault. Whirlpool does not publish component-level meanings for individual F codes.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • Whirlpool full-size refrigerators — French door bottom freezer family

Manufacturer source: Error Codes, Blinking, Flashing Lights — Whirlpool Product Help

Full repair guide →
FF

GE Refrigerator · FF

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Freezer temperature is rising too high — check frozen food for thawing.

Check first: Check frozen food for thawing; confirm the freezer door closes and seals; look for blocked airflow.

Likely causes: Door open or blocked; airflow blocked; warm food just added; defrost system not running; sealed-system cooling loss.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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PF

GE Refrigerator · PF

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Power to the refrigerator has been interrupted.

Check first: Confirm whether your home recently lost power; if not, check the outlet, plug, breaker and any GFCI.

Likely causes: Power outage or interruption; outlet, plug, breaker or GFCI issue.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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CI

GE Refrigerator · CI

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Check the icemaker for proper operation.

Check first: Confirm the icemaker is switched on, the water supply valve is open, and the filter is within its interval.

Likely causes: Icemaker switched off or bail arm raised; water supply valve closed; clogged water filter; icemaker fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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DE

GE Refrigerator · DE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Demo mode — lights and controls work but the cooling system is disabled.

Check first: Unplug the refrigerator for a minute or two and plug it back in; if DE remains, contact GE with the model number.

Likely causes: Unit left in store / demo mode.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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dE

GE Refrigerator · dE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours.

Check first: Check for frost buildup, a rising freezer temperature or poor airflow; if present, arrange diagnosis.

Likely causes: Defrost heater, thermostat or control fault; frost/ice buildup.

  • Difficulty: Advanced DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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CC

GE Refrigerator · CC

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

Check the temperature controls — the refrigerator temperature is incorrect.

Check first: Confirm the temperature settings (dial: higher = colder; actual-temp: lower = colder), the door seal and airflow.

Likely causes: Wrong temperature setting; door seal; blocked airflow; recent install; control or sensor fault.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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tC

GE Refrigerator · tC

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

TurboCool setting indicator — a normal function indicator, not an error.

Check first: No action needed; the indicator clears when the feature finishes or is cancelled. GE notes it can look like "EC."

Likely causes: TurboCool feature is active.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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tF

GE Refrigerator · tF

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-11

TurboFreeze setting indicator — a normal function indicator, not an error.

Check first: No action needed; the indicator clears when the feature finishes or is cancelled. GE notes it can look like "EF."

Likely causes: TurboFreeze feature is active.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • GE refrigerators with electronic dispenser controls

Manufacturer source: Refrigerator - Error, Fault or Function Codes — GE Appliances

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CE

LG Washer · CE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Over-current in the motor's electrical circuit — LG states this is caused by a short circuit, loose connection, ground fault, or power surge.

Check first: Unplug for 10 seconds, plug back in, and try a cycle; if it persists, close the water tap, unplug, and arrange service.

Likely causes: Short circuit; loose connection; ground fault; power surge.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Safety risk
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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Sud

LG Washer · Sud

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Suds error — LG adds a suds-reducing cycle when too many suds are detected (about 2 hours added); spinning stops to help prevent leaking.

Check first: Use HE detergent and reduce the dose until sudsing stops (1 pod max, placed in the drum; remove the liquid cup for powder).

Likely causes: Too much detergent; non-HE detergent; too many pods.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Info
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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AE

LG Washer · AE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Leakage error — LG states a problem with a leak inside the appliance; a safety switch activates to prevent flooding the floor.

Check first: Check the inlet hose for loose connections or cuts; unplug, wait 60 seconds, restart; if it persists, arrange service.

Likely causes: Water leak; damaged inlet hose; faulty safety switch.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Safety risk
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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SE

LG Washer · SE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Sensor error — LG states SE indicates a sensor error (no further detail is given by LG).

Check first: Power down/unplug, wait 10 seconds, restore power, and restart the cycle; if it persists, arrange service.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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dHE

LG Washer · dHE

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Dry-function error — LG states dHE is caused by a temporary dry-function error.

Check first: Power down/unplug, wait 10 seconds, restore power, and restart; if it persists, close the water tap, unplug, and request service.

  • Difficulty: Moderate DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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E01

LG Washer · E01

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Door error — LG lists E01 in the door-error family with dE/dE1/dE2/E30 (door not closed properly, or closed but not locked).

Check first: Same as dE/dE1: open and re-close the door, then reset the washer and retry.

Likely causes: Door not fully closed; laundry caught between the door and the gasket.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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E30

LG Washer · E30

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Door error — LG lists E30 in the door-error family with dE/dE1/dE2/E01 (door not closed properly, or closed but not locked).

Check first: Same as dE2/E30: reset the washer and retry; if it persists, arrange service.

Likely causes: Door not locked.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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E04

LG Washer · E04

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Water overfilling error — LG lists E04 in the same overfill family as FE.

Check first: Same as FE: check the detergent dispenser for extra water; unplug, wait 60 s, restart.

Likely causes: Water overfilling; extra water via the detergent dispenser.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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E12

LG Washer · E12

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Water overfilling error — LG lists E12 in the same overfill family as FE.

Check first: Same as FE: check the detergent dispenser for extra water; unplug, wait 60 s, restart.

Likely causes: Water overfilling; extra water via the detergent dispenser.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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E33

LG Washer · E33

✓ Manufacturer-verified checked 2026-09-15

Water level sensor error — LG lists E33 in the same family as PE.

Check first: Same as PE: unplug for 10 seconds, plug back in, restart; if it persists, arrange service.

Likely causes: Faulty water level (pressure) sensor.

  • Difficulty: Easy DIY
  • Severity: Warning
  • LG front-load washers (current US models)

Manufacturer source: LG Front Load Washer — Error Code List (New) — LG US Help Library

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GE / Hotpoint washers

GE publishes no universal washer code list — its washer diagnostics vary by model (owner's manual / tech sheet), so there are no GE washer codes in the database yet. GE refrigerator codes (FF, PF, CI, DE, dE, CC, tC, tF) are published above. See the GE washer error codes guide to look up your exact model.

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