Comprehensive Fridge Error Codes Reference Table

ByNairobi Online

Complete Guide to Refrigerator Error Codes by Brand

Error Code Brand Meaning of Error Code Potential Solution
22E Samsung Low refrigerant pressure detected Contact technician for refrigerant system inspection and recharge
33E Samsung Compressor overheating or failure Check ventilation around fridge; call technician if persists
39C Samsung Ice maker current sensor error Reset ice maker; if continues, replace ice maker assembly
40E/40C Samsung Fan motor error in refrigerator compartment Check for ice buildup blocking fan; defrost or replace fan motor
41E Samsung Refrigerator temperature sensor malfunction Test and replace refrigerator temperature sensor
42E Samsung Freezer temperature sensor failure Replace freezer thermistor/temperature sensor
5E Samsung Defrost sensor error Check defrost sensor connections; replace if faulty
8E Samsung Ice maker production sensor error Reset ice maker; check water supply; replace sensor if needed
88 88 Samsung Power failure or system reset mode Unplug for 5 minutes and restart; check power supply
OF OF Samsung Demo/showroom mode activated Deactivate by holding specific button combination (consult manual)
RD Samsung Refrigerator door open alarm Close refrigerator door properly; check door seal
FD Samsung Freezer door open alarm Close freezer door completely; inspect door gasket
Er FF LG Freezer fan error Check for frost buildup on fan; defrost or replace fan motor
Er rF LG Refrigerator fan malfunction Inspect refrigerator fan for obstructions; replace if necessary
Er dH LG Defrost heater circuit error Test defrost heater continuity; replace defrost system components
Er FS LG Freezer sensor failure Replace freezer temperature sensor/thermistor
Er IS LG Ice maker sensor error Check ice maker sensor connections; replace sensor
Er CF LG Communication failure between boards Check wiring connections; replace control board if needed
Er CO LG Compressor overheating error Ensure proper ventilation; check compressor relay and overload
Er gF LG Circulation fan error Inspect circulation fan motor; replace if faulty
22 LG Refrigerator temperature sensor short Replace refrigerator thermistor
33 LG Freezer temperature sensor short Replace freezer temperature sensor
E01 Bosch Temperature sensor malfunction Test and replace faulty temperature sensor
E02 Bosch Evaporator fan motor error Check fan for obstructions; replace fan motor if needed
E03 Bosch Defrost system failure Test defrost heater and thermostat; replace defrost components
E04 Bosch Refrigerator compartment too warm Check door seal; verify thermostat settings; check compressor
E05 Bosch Freezer compartment too warm Inspect door gasket; check defrost system; verify refrigerant levels
E06 Bosch Communication error between components Check wiring harnesses; reset system; replace control board
E07 Bosch Ice maker malfunction Reset ice maker; check water supply; replace ice maker unit
E09 Bosch Compressor relay failure Test and replace compressor start relay
E10 Bosch Power supply issue Check electrical connections; verify voltage supply
F1 Whirlpool Refrigerator temperature sensor failure Replace refrigerator thermistor sensor
F2 Whirlpool Freezer temperature sensor error Replace freezer temperature sensor
F3 Whirlpool Ice maker mold heater circuit open Test ice maker heater; replace ice maker assembly
SY CE Whirlpool Communication error Check wire connections; reset control; replace board if needed
SY CF Whirlpool Cooling system failure Check compressor operation; verify refrigerant charge
SY EF Whirlpool Evaporator fan motor error Inspect fan for ice buildup; replace fan motor
PO Whirlpool Power outage detected Normal after power restoration; press any button to clear
dF Whirlpool Defrost mode active Wait for defrost cycle to complete (typically 30 minutes)
H1 Beko High temperature alarm Check door closure; verify thermostat; check cooling system
H2 Beko Heating element failure Test and replace defrost heater element
E1 Beko Temperature sensor fault Replace thermistor/temperature sensor
E2 Beko Evaporator sensor error Check sensor connections; replace evaporator sensor
E3 Beko Defrost sensor malfunction Test and replace defrost sensor/thermostat
E4 Beko Voltage supply problem Check electrical outlet; verify voltage stability
E5 Beko Refrigerator compartment fan error Remove obstructions; replace fan motor if faulty
E10 Electrolux Temperature sensor short circuit Replace shorted temperature sensor
E20 Electrolux Sensor open circuit Check sensor wiring; replace disconnected sensor
E30 Electrolux Defrost system error Test defrost heater and timer; replace defrost components
E40 Electrolux Door switch malfunction Test and replace faulty door switch
E50 Electrolux Compressor failure Check compressor overload and relay; replace compressor
E60 Electrolux Communication board error Reset system; check connections; replace control board
AL Electrolux Alarm – temperature too high Check door seal; verify cooling system operation
dF Electrolux Defrost mode indicator Normal operation during defrost cycle
Er1 Haier Refrigerator sensor failure Replace refrigerator compartment sensor
Er2 Haier Freezer sensor error Replace freezer temperature sensor
Er3 Haier Defrost sensor malfunction Test and replace defrost sensor
Er4 Haier Evaporator sensor fault Replace evaporator temperature sensor
Er5 Haier Communication failure Check wiring between boards; replace control board
Er6 Haier Fan motor error Inspect fan operation; replace fan motor if needed
F1 Frigidaire Freezer temperature sensor fault Replace freezer thermistor
F2 Frigidaire Evaporator sensor failure Replace evaporator temperature sensor
F3 Frigidaire Ice maker fill tube heater circuit open Test and replace ice maker heater assembly
SH Frigidaire Refrigerator too warm – shorted sensor Replace refrigerator temperature sensor
SY Frigidaire System/communication error Reset by unplugging; check connections; replace board
H1 Frigidaire High temperature alarm Close doors properly; check cooling system
OP Frigidaire Door open warning Close door; check door switch and seal
PO Frigidaire Power failure recovery Press any button to clear; normal after outage
E01 Siemens Temperature sensor defect Replace faulty temperature sensor
E02 Siemens Fan motor malfunction Check fan for blockages; replace motor if necessary
E03 Siemens Defrost heating error Test defrost heater circuit; replace heater
E04 Siemens Evaporator sensor fault Replace evaporator temperature sensor
E10 Siemens Door not closed properly Close door firmly; check door alignment and seal
Er1 Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator sensor error Test and replace refrigerator thermistor
Er2 Fisher & Paykel Freezer sensor fault Replace freezer temperature sensor
Er3 Fisher & Paykel Ambient sensor error Replace ambient temperature sensor
Er4 Fisher & Paykel Evaporator sensor malfunction Replace evaporator sensor
Er5 Fisher & Paykel Fan speed error Check fan motor; replace if faulty
Er6 Fisher & Paykel Defrost system fault Test defrost components; replace heater or thermostat
H Fisher & Paykel High temperature warning Check door closure; verify cooling operation
A1 Panasonic Refrigerator sensor abnormality Replace refrigerator temperature sensor
A2 Panasonic Freezer sensor failure Replace freezer thermistor
A3 Panasonic Defrost sensor error Test and replace defrost sensor
A4 Panasonic Ice maker sensor fault Check ice maker connections; replace sensor
H Panasonic High temperature alarm Close doors; check cooling system; check sensors
L Panasonic Low temperature alarm (too cold) Adjust temperature setting; check thermostat
PC Panasonic Power cut indicator Normal after power restoration; press to clear
E1 Hisense Temperature sensor malfunction Replace temperature sensor/thermistor
E2 Hisense Defrost sensor error Test and replace defrost sensor
E3 Hisense Fan motor failure Inspect fan operation; replace fan motor
E4 Hisense Communication error Check wire connections; reset or replace control board
E5 Hisense Voltage abnormality Check power supply; use voltage stabilizer
H Hisense High temperature warning Close door properly; check cooling system operation
F0 GE Freezer sensor failure Replace freezer thermistor sensor
F1 GE Refrigerator sensor fault Replace refrigerator temperature sensor
F2 GE Defrost sensor error Test and replace defrost sensor
F3 GE Ice maker sensor malfunction Reset ice maker; replace sensor if needed
PF GE Power failure indicator Normal after power outage; press button to clear
AL GE Alarm – high temperature Check doors; verify cooling system operation
E1 Miele Temperature sensor fault in refrigerator Replace refrigerator temperature sensor
E2 Miele Temperature sensor fault in freezer Replace freezer temperature sensor
F1 Miele Defrost system malfunction Test defrost heater and thermostat; replace if faulty
F2 Miele Fan motor error Check fan for obstructions; replace motor
F3 Miele Door alarm (prolonged open) Close door properly; check door switch
EC Hitachi Communication error between PCBs Check connections between control boards; replace if needed
E1 Hitachi Refrigerator sensor abnormality Replace refrigerator thermistor
E2 Hitachi Freezer sensor error Replace freezer temperature sensor
E3 Hitachi Defrost sensor malfunction Test and replace defrost sensor
E4 Hitachi Fan motor failure Inspect and replace fan motor
E5 Hitachi Ice maker sensor fault Reset ice maker; replace sensor assembly
01 Sharp Refrigerator temperature sensor error Replace refrigerator thermistor sensor
02 Sharp Freezer temperature sensor fault Replace freezer temperature sensor
03 Sharp Defrost sensor malfunction Test and replace defrost sensor
04 Sharp Communication error Check wiring; reset system; replace control board
E1 Toshiba Temperature sensor failure Replace faulty temperature sensor
E2 Toshiba Defrost system error Test defrost heater and sensor; replace components
E3 Toshiba Fan motor malfunction Check fan for blockages; replace motor if necessary
E4 Toshiba Door switch error Test and replace door switch
H Toshiba High temperature alarm Close door; check cooling system; verify settings
Err Candy General system error Reset by unplugging; check all sensors and connections
E1 Candy Temperature sensor fault Replace temperature sensor/thermistor
E2 Candy Defrost sensor error Test and replace defrost sensor
E3 Candy Fan motor failure Inspect fan; replace motor if faulty
ER F1 Maytag Freezer temperature sensor error Replace freezer thermistor
ER F2 Maytag Ice maker sensor malfunction Reset ice maker; check water supply; replace sensor
ER SH Maytag Shorted sensor detected Identify and replace shorted sensor
ER OP Maytag Open sensor circuit Check sensor wiring; replace disconnected sensor
ER FF Maytag Freezer fan failure Remove ice buildup; replace fan motor
01 Daewoo Refrigerator sensor abnormality Replace refrigerator temperature sensor
02 Daewoo Freezer sensor error Replace freezer thermistor
03 Daewoo Defrost sensor fault Test and replace defrost sensor
04 Daewoo Communication failure Check control board connections; replace board
E1 Kenmore Temperature sensor malfunction Replace faulty temperature sensor
E2 Kenmore Defrost system error Test defrost heater and thermostat; replace if needed
E3 Kenmore Fan motor fault Check fan operation; replace motor
SY Kenmore System error Reset appliance; check all connections
PO Kenmore Power outage recovery Normal after power restoration; clear by pressing button

General Troubleshooting Tips

Before Calling a Technician:

  1. Note the exact error code displayed on your refrigerator
  2. Unplug the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to reset the system
  3. Check all doors are closing properly with good seal contact
  4. Ensure adequate ventilation around the refrigerator (2-3 inches clearance)
  5. Verify power supply is stable and outlet is functioning properly
  6. Clean condenser coils if accessible (unplug first)
  7. Check temperature settings haven’t been accidentally changed

When to Call Professional Help:

  • Error code persists after reset
  • Multiple error codes appear simultaneously
  • Unusual noises accompany the error code
  • Visible frost buildup or water leakage
  • Complete cooling failure
  • Burning smell or electrical issues

Maintenance Tips to Prevent Error Codes:

  • Clean condenser coils every 6 months
  • Check and clean door seals regularly
  • Avoid overloading shelves blocking air circulation
  • Keep temperature settings at recommended levels (37-40°F for fridge, 0-5°F for freezer)
  • Ensure proper leveling of the appliance
  • Schedule annual professional maintenance

Note: This table covers the most common error codes. Always consult your specific refrigerator’s user manual for brand-specific codes and solutions. Some error codes may vary by model within the same brand.

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