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Appliance Error Codes: Complete Guide

When your washer, dryer, dishwasher, or refrigerator flashes a code, it's telling you exactly what's wrong — if you know how to read it. Most home appliance error codes point to a simple, DIY-fixable issue: a clogged filter, a kinked hose, an unbalanced load, or a $30–$80 part you can swap yourself in under an hour.

This hub indexes all 168 appliance error code guides on the site, organized by appliance and brand. Every guide includes what the code means, the most common causes, a step-by-step fix, and the exact replacement part if you need one.

Tip: Search your brand and code together, for example "Samsung washer 4E" or "LG dryer D80". Before you pay for a service call, check the fix below — most codes take under 10 minutes.

168
Total Guides
10
Brands Covered
6
Appliance Types
DIY
Most Fixes

Common Appliance Error Patterns

Symptom Typical Cause Typical Fix
Won't drainClogged pump filter / hoseClean filter, clear drain hose
Won't fillClosed valve / clogged screenOpen valve, clean inlet screens
Won't spinUnbalanced load / lid switchRedistribute load, test lid lock
Won't heat (dryer)Element / thermal fuse / ventClean vent, test element & fuse
Not cooling (fridge)Evap fan / defrost / sensorTest fan motor, defrost heater

Washing Machines Error Codes (52 guides)

Guide Fix
Amana Washer and Dryer Error Codes Fix →
Amana Washer Won't Start - Lid Lock and Power Checks Fix →
Bosch Washer E02 Drain Error Fix →
Bosch Washer E13 Error Code — Waterproof System Activated Fix Fix →
Bosch Washer E18 Error Code — Heating System Fault Fix Fix →
Bosch Washer F17 Error Code Fix →
Bosch Washer F21 Error Code — Heating Timeout Fix Fix →
Electrolux Washer E10 Fill Error Fix →
Electrolux Washer E20 Drain Error Fix →
Electrolux Washer E11 Error Code — Slow Fill Problem Fix Fix →
Electrolux Washer E40 Door Lock Error Fix →
Electrolux Washer E21 Error Code — Drain Timeout Fix Fix →
Electrolux Washer E10, E11, E20, and E21 Codes Fix →
Frigidaire Washer E10 Error Code - Water Fill Problem Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Washer E11 Error Code — Slow Fill Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Washer E13 Error Code — Leak Detection Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Washer E20 Error Code — Drain Problem Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Washer E21 Error Code — Long Drain Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Washer Error Codes - Complete Overview Fix →
Frigidaire Washer LOC Error Code Fix →
GE Washer Won't Spin - Drain, Lid Lock, Belt, and Motor Checks Fix →
Kenmore Washer F1 Control Board Error Fix →
Kenmore Washer F21 Error Code — Long Drain Fix Fix →
LG Washer dE Error Code — Door Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer Error Codes: OE, UE, LE, and IE Fix Guide Fix →
LG Washer FE Error Code — Overfill Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer IE Error Code — Water Inlet Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer LE Error Code — Motor Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer OE Error Code — Drain Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer PE Error Code — Pressure Sensor Fix Fix →
LG Washer Stops Mid Cycle Fix →
LG Washer tE Error Code - Thermistor Error Fix Fix →
LG Washer UE Error Code — Unbalanced Load Fix Fix →
Maytag Washer Error Codes - F1, F5, LF, LdU, and Drain Faults Fix →
Maytag Washer F1 Error Code — Control Board Fix Fix →
Maytag Washer F5 Error Code — Door Latch Fix Fix →
Maytag Washer LdU Error Code - Lid Cannot Unlock Fix Fix →
Maytag Washer Lf Error Code — Long Fill Fix Fix →
Samsung Washer 4E Error Code — Water Supply Problem Fix Fix →
Samsung Washer 5E Error Code (SE) — Drain Error Fix Fix →
Samsung Washer DC Unbalanced Load Error Fix →
Samsung Washer Error Codes: DC, 4E, 5E, and LE Fix Guide Fix →
Samsung Washer LE Error Code — Leak Detection Fix Fix →
Samsung Washer nd Error Code — No Drain Fix Fix →
Samsung Washer nF Error Code — No Fill Fix Fix →
Speed Queen Washer EL Error Code: Display Check and Fix Path Fix →
Speed Queen Washer Error Codes: dL, LF, OV, AG, DC Fix Guide Fix →
Whirlpool Washer F1 Error Code — Control Board Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Washer F21 Error Code - Drain Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Washer F20 Error Code — No Water Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Washer F28 Error Code — Communication Error Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Washer Stuck on One Cycle Fix →

Dryers Error Codes (19 guides)

Guide Fix
Amana Dryer F29 Error Code - Moisture Sensor Short Check Fix →
Amana Dryer F3 E1 Error Code - Moisture Sensor and Thermistor Checks Fix →
Amana Washer and Dryer Error Codes Fix →
Electrolux Dryer Error Codes — Comprehensive Fix Guide Fix →
Frigidaire Dryer E4A Error Code Fix →
Frigidaire Dryer E64 Error Code — Thermistor Circuit Open Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Dryer E64, E68, and E4A Codes Fix →
GE Dryer Gas Valve and Igniter Replacement - No Heat Checks Fix →
Kenmore Dryer F01 Error Code — Main Control Board Failure Fix →
Kenmore Dryer Gas Valve and Igniter Replacement - No Heat Checks Fix →
LG Dryer D80 Error Code — Duct Blockage Fix Fix →
LG Dryer E1 and tE1 Error Code - Thermistor Checks Fix →
LG Dryer PF Error Code — Power Failure Fix Fix →
Maytag Dryer Idler Pulley Replacement Fix →
Samsung Dryer bE Error Code — Button Error Fix Fix →
Samsung Dryer HC Error Code — High Temperature Fix Fix →
Samsung Dryer HE Error Code - Heating Error Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Dryer F01 Error Code — Control Board Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Dryer F70 Error Code — Communication Fix Fix →

Dishwashers Error Codes (22 guides)

Guide Fix
Amana Dishwasher F10E5 Error Code - Diverter Leak Checks Fix →
Bosch Dishwasher E01 Error Code — Heating Circuit Fix Fix →
Bosch Dishwasher E09 Error Code — Heating Element Fix Fix →
Bosch Dishwasher E24 Error Code — Drain Fix Fix →
Bosch Dishwasher E15 Error Code — Water in Base Fix Fix →
Bosch Dishwasher E25 Error Code — Drain Pump Fix Fix →
Bosch Series 300-800 Dishwasher Codes Fix →
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes Fix →
GE Dishwasher Error Codes - Fill, Drain, Sensor, and Heat Faults Fix →
Hobart E-04 Heating / Temperature Sensor Error. Complete Fix Guide Fix →
Hobart E-05 Ignition Failure. Gas Burner Won't Light Fix Fix →
Hobart Dishwasher Error Codes - AM, CL, FT, AUX Fix →
Jackson Commercial Dishwasher Error Codes — Guide Fix →
Kenmore Dishwasher Not Dispensing Detergent Fix →
KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Codes — Complete Fix Guide Fix →
LG Dishwasher AE Error Code — Leak Fix Fix →
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes — Complete Fix Guide Fix →
Miele Dishwasher Error Codes — Complete Fix Guide Fix →
Samsung Dishwasher 4C Error Code - Water Supply Fix Fix →
Samsung Dishwasher LC Error Code — Leak Sensor Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Dishwasher Circulation Pump Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Dishwasher F6E1 Error Code Fix →

Refrigerators Error Codes (10 guides)

Guide Fix
Frigidaire Refrigerator SY CE, SY EF, and H1 Codes Fix →
Frigidaire Refrigerator H1 Error Code — High Temperature Alarm Fix Fix →
Frigidaire Refrigerator SY CE Error Code Fix →
GE Refrigerator Error Codes — Complete Guide Fix →
LG Refrigerator Er FF Error Code — Freezer Fan Fix Fix →
LG Refrigerator Error Codes and Cooling Fixes Fix →
LG Refrigerator Water Filter Replacement - Match the Right Filter Fix →
Samsung Refrigerator 40E Error Code — Ice Maker Fix Fix →
Whirlpool Refrigerator Water Dispenser Not Working Fix →
Whirlpool WRX735SDHZ Refrigerator Problems Fix →

Ovens & Ranges Error Codes (25 guides)

Guide Fix
Garland, Cleveland, and Market Forge Error Codes Fix →
Garland Range Error Codes Fix →
GE JB735SPSS Oven Troubleshooting Fix →
GE Range F97 Error Code - Cooling Fan, Probe, and Control Checks Fix →
Kenmore Oven Temperature Not Accurate - Sensor and Calibration Checks Fix →
KitchenAid Oven Igniter Not Working Fix →
KitchenAid Oven Self-Clean Not Working Fix →
LG Oven Error Codes: F3, F9, and F5 Fix Guide Fix →
LG Range F3 and F5 Error Codes Fix →
LG Range F3 Error Code - Oven Temperature Sensor Fault Fix →
LG Range F9 Error Code - Power Surge and Frequency Fault Fix →
LG Range HE Error Code - Oven Heating Checks Fix →
Lincoln Impinger Conveyor Oven Fault Codes — Complete Guide Fix →
Middleby Marshall Oven Fault Codes - PS528 and PS536 Fix →
Samsung Oven SE, C-d0, C-10, and F-22 Codes Fix →
Samsung Range C-10 and F-22 Errors Fix →
Samsung Range and Oven Error Codes — Complete Guide Fix →
Samsung Range SE and C-d0 Error Codes — Touchpad and PCB Fix Fix →
Samsung Range SE Error Code — Touchpad or Control Lock Fix Fix →
TurboChef Rapid Cook Oven Fault Codes — Sota / Encore Guide Fix →
Vulcan Commercial Oven Error Codes Fix →
Vulcan Range and Oven Error Codes Fix →
Whirlpool Oven Temperature Not Accurate Fix →
Whirlpool Oven Won't Turn On - Power and Heat Checks Fix →
Whirlpool Range LOC Error Code - Control Lock Unlock Fix Fix →

Microwaves Error Codes (7 guides)

Guide Fix
LG Microwave Error Codes: F-3, F-4, and F-19 Fix Guide Fix →
Panasonic Microwave E01 Error Code - What to Check Before Service Fix →
Panasonic NN-SN686S Microwave Problems Fix →
Samsung Microwave Error Codes: SE, 7E, and Door Fix Guide Fix →
Samsung Microwave Thermal Fuse and Cavity TCO Replacement Fix →
Whirlpool Microwave Charcoal and Grease Filters Fix →
LG Microwave Door Error Code - Door Switch and Latch Checks Fix →

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