Appliance error codes can help identify problems with washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, and dryers. Use this hub to find the guide matching your appliance type, brand, and displayed code, then review what the warning means, its likely causes, and the safest troubleshooting steps to try.
Before starting: Confirm the complete code and appliance model number. Similar-looking codes can have different meanings depending on the brand and model.
Washing Machine Error Codes
LG Washer Error Codes
- LG Washer OE Code: Drainage Problems
- LG LE Error: Motor and Drum Problems
- LG UE Code: Unbalanced Load Problems
Samsung Washer Error Codes
Maytag Washer Error Codes
- Maytag Washer F8 E1 Error: Water-Fill Problems
- Maytag Washer F5 E2 Error: Door or Lid-Lock Problems
- Maytag Washer LF Code: Long-Fill Problems
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
- Whirlpool Washer LF Error: Long-Fill Problems
- Whirlpool Washer F9 E1 Error: Long-Drain Problems
- Whirlpool Washer F5E2 Error: Door-Lock Problems
- Whirlpool Washer SD Code: Excessive-Suds Problems
Dishwasher Error Codes
GE Dishwasher Error Codes
- GE Dishwasher H2O Error Code: Water-Fill Problems
- GE Dishwasher 888 Error: Electronic and Control Problems
- GE Dishwasher 815 Error: Communication and Control Problems
Bosch Dishwasher Error Codes
Samsung, Whirlpool and KitchenAid Dishwasher Errors
- Samsung Dishwasher LC Code: Leak-Detection Problems
- Whirlpool Dishwasher F9 E1 Error: Drainage Problems
- KitchenAid Dishwasher Clean Light Blinking: Common Causes and Fixes
Refrigerator Error Codes
- LG IF Error Code: Ice-Maker Fan and Airflow Problems
- Samsung Refrigerator 22E Error: Evaporator-Fan Problems
- Frigidaire SY EF Error: Evaporator-Fan Circuit Problems
- GE Refrigerator PF Error: Power-Failure Problems
Dryer Error Codes
- LG Dryer D80 Error: Severe Airflow Restriction
- LG Dryer D90 Error: Critical Airflow Restriction
- Whirlpool Dryer AF Code: Restricted Airflow
- Samsung Dryer HE Error: Heating Problems
Samsung HE Error on Multiple Appliance Types
Samsung may use the HE warning on different appliances to identify a heating-related fault. The exact meaning depends on the appliance and model.
How to Use an Appliance Error Code Safely
- Write down the complete error code exactly as displayed.
- Find the appliance model number on its identification label.
- Choose the matching brand, appliance type, and code from this page.
- Begin with noninvasive checks such as resetting the appliance, inspecting hoses, cleaning filters, or correcting the load.
- Disconnect electrical power and shut off water before opening panels or handling internal components.
Safety warning: Stop troubleshooting and contact a qualified appliance technician if you notice a gas odor, smoke, sparking, scorched wiring, leaking electricity-exposed components, or another serious hazard. Always follow the instructions for your specific model.
Frequently Asked Questions About Appliance Error Codes
What should I do when an appliance displays an error code?
Write down the complete code, confirm the appliance brand and model number, and find the matching guide above. Appliance error codes can look similar while identifying different problems on different models, so avoid replacing parts until you confirm what the code means.
Will resetting the appliance clear the error code?
Some appliance error codes result from temporary electronic or communication problems and may clear after a power reset. However, codes caused by blocked drains, restricted airflow, water-supply problems, failed sensors, or damaged components will normally return until the underlying problem is corrected.
Does an error code mean a part needs to be replaced?
No. Many codes are caused by correctable conditions such as clogged filters, kinked hoses, unbalanced loads, excessive detergent, blocked vents, or temporary power interruptions. Start with the simplest checks before replacing components.
Where can I find my appliance model number?
The model-number label is commonly located inside the appliance door, around the door frame, behind a drawer, underneath the lid, or on the rear panel. The model number helps determine the correct meaning of appliance error codes and identifies compatible replacement parts.
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