GE error codes
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Washer error codes
Refrigerator error codes
- FFFreezer too warm — check frozen food for thawing and restore airflow.
- CCRefrigerator temperature is incorrect — check the temperature controls.
- DFDefrost system error — frost buildup can hurt cooling.
- CICheck the icemaker for proper operation.
- SFFresh food sensor fault — fridge side temperature reading is off.
- PFPower to the refrigerator was interrupted (often shown as PF).
- DEDemo mode is on (often shown as DE) — lights and controls work, but cooling is disabled.
- dEThe defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours.
Dishwasher error codes
- C1Drain ran longer than 2 minutes — clean the air gap, disposer, and drain hose.
- C2Total pump-out time exceeded 7 minutes — the dishwasher is struggling to empty.
- C3The dishwasher will not drain — reset power, then check the drain path.
- C4Filled twice after a power failure — tap the float cover free and check the sump for debris.
- C5Pump-out time is too short — often a closed water supply or a stuck float.
- C6Incoming water is too cold — run the sink hot until it reaches at least 120°F, then restart.
- C7Water temperature sensor circuit has failed.
- C8Detergent cup is blocked from opening — move silverware or a pan out of the way.
- PFPower failure (often shown as PF) — select a cycle and press Start to resume.
- FTDFailure to drain — check the drain hose, air gap, and disposer.
- H2OLow water — confirm the inlet hose is not kinked. On 1-Hour Wash this can need service.
- PrSPressure sensor signal is invalid — usually a harness or sensor fault that needs service.
Dryer error codes
Microwave error codes
- F1Open thermal sensor — the cavity got too hot, or the sensor circuit is open.
- F2Shorted thermal sensor.
- F3Shorted touch pad panel.
- F4Open humidity sensor.
- SEShorted key on the control panel — clear stuck keys or replace the membrane switch.
- F5Shorted humidity sensor (often shown as F5).
- F6Shorted temperature probe.
- F10Shorted touch screen.
- ProbeTemperature probe is open or not plugged in during a Temp Cook cycle.
- PFPower failure or first-power display (often shown as PF, 888, or 8888). Press Clear/Off.
- 8888Power-restore display — press Clear/Off, then set the clock.
- 18Power watch — the electronic control detected a problem.
Oven / Range error codes
- F0Keypanel fault — a stuck key or failed touch pad.
- F2Oven temperature exceeded a safe threshold (shown as F2 or F20).
- F5Electronic oven control needs replacement.
- F7Keypanel fault — a stuck key or failed touch pad.
- F9Door lock circuit fault — the door may not lock or unlock for self-clean.
- F350Upper cooling fan circuit fault or a blocked cooling fan.
- FCDoor lock circuit fault.
- FDMeat probe or probe receptacle fault.
- FFElectronic oven control fault (often shown as FF).
- F1Keypanel fault (often shown as F1).
- F3Oven temperature sensor needs replacement (often shown as F3).
- LOCChild lockout is on — the oven cannot be started.
- ERRInvalid control entry — clear and set the function again.