Appliance Error Codes
87 error codes across 9 brands — explained, sourced, and fixed. Whirlpool / Electrolux / Frigidaire / Maytag / KitchenAid pages cite the actual OEM Tech Sheet PDF we use in the field.
Bosch (10)
Heating circuit failure, typically caused by a faulty integrated heat pump.
The E1 alert indicates the refrigerator compartment thermistor or temperature sensor has malfunctioned.
Water has collected in the bottom base tray, activating the AquaStop safety mechanism.
The washing machine failed to empty the water within the required timeframe.
Freezer compartment evaporator thermistor (temperature sensor) failure or wiring fault.
Water is remaining in the sump area, typically caused by a restricted filter.
The appliance is failing to evacuate water, typically due to a physical obstruction or mechanical pump fault.
The drain pump is obstructed, jammed, or the pump cover is missing.
The main control board is sensing inadequate voltage levels.
A motor drive fault where the control board cannot successfully communicate with or rotate the motor.
Electrolux (8)
Communication failure between the main control board and the user interface.
The washer is not filling with water within the allotted time.
The main control board is not detecting that the door is shut and locked.
Heater relay failure or stuck relay on the main electronic control board.
The appliance is failing to intake water or cannot register that it has filled.
The unit is unable to evacuate water within the designated timeframe.
Water has collected in the lower chassis pan, triggering the anti-flood float switch.
Evaporator fan motor malfunction or loss of communication with the main control board.
Frigidaire (10)
The main control board has detected a water fill timeout or restriction.
The washing machine failed to empty its water within the required timeframe.
Communication failure between the main control board and motor control board.
The electronic control board has identified an open circuit within the heating element or the associated safety thermostats.
The Electronic Oven Control (EOC) has identified a runaway temperature condition.
The H 1 code signals a malfunction in the temperature sensor or its electrical circuit.
The appliance is failing to register a sufficient water level in the basin during the fill sequence.
The unit cannot evacuate wash water within the allotted timeframe.
A communication breakdown between the primary control board and the display panel.
The main control board detects a failure in the evaporator fan motor circuit.
GE (7)
The control board has identified that the unit is not draining within the allotted timeframe.
The internal temperature has remained too high for more than 120 minutes.
Communication failure between the main control board and user interface.
The system control board has determined that the appliance failed to evacuate water within a 10-minute window.
A breakdown in communication between the main control board and the motor inverter.
The freezer compartment has maintained a temperature above safe limits for over two hours.
The internal control system has identified a loss of power or a fluctuation in voltage.
KitchenAid (3)
Communication failure between the main control board and the user interface.
A communication breakdown between the User Interface (UI) and the Main Control Board.
The unit has identified an overfill state or the float switch is stuck in the active position.
LG (15)
The exhaust system is 90% obstructed, which significantly throttles airflow and prevents heat from venting properly.
A communication breakdown between the main control board and the front display interface.
The main control board has identified a problem or blockage affecting the freezer evaporator fan.
The ice maker fan motor has failed or is physically obstructed by ice accumulation.
The machine has detected a water overflow, typically linked to a malfunctioning water inlet valve.
Freezer fan motor malfunction or loss of RPM feedback signal identified by the control board.
Inlet Error: The appliance is not receiving enough water to function.
The washing machine is unable to intake enough water within the programmed time limit.
A motor lock error signaling that the drum is unable to rotate or the communication with the sensor has failed.
The NE code signals that the vario motor, or diverter valve positioning system, is experiencing a malfunction.
The appliance cannot discharge water from the basin.
The washing machine failed to evacuate water within the required timeframe.
The refrigerator is in Cooling Off (Demo) mode; the compressor is disabled.
The control unit has identified an invalid resistance value coming from the thermistor.
The machine has identified an unbalanced load during the spin phase, stopping it from reaching top RPM.
Maytag (5)
The appliance is failing to evacuate water from the drum in a timely manner.
The appliance is failing to empty the water from the drum within the expected timeframe.
The main control board has identified an open circuit at the exhaust thermistor location.
The appliance has identified a potential overfill situation or a malfunctioning float switch.
Power Outage detected; freezer temperature rose above 18°F during power loss.
Samsung (13)
Fresh food evaporator fan motor failure or RPM feedback loss.
The main control board has identified a fault in the ice pipe heater circuit.
Ice room fan motor failure or frost blockage in the ice maker compartment.
A water supply timeout notification signaling the drum is failing to fill as expected.
The appliance is failing to detect incoming water inside the basin within the expected timeframe.
The washing machine is unable to empty its water within the required timeframe.
Motor overload or motor defect detected by the main control board.
The unit is overheating, usually caused by blocked ventilation or a malfunctioning heating component.
The leak sensor has identified liquid in the bottom base pan, triggering an automatic safety shutdown.
The appliance has identified a water level that is too high or an overflow event.
A communication breakdown between the primary control board and the door-mounted display.
The appliance has identified an imbalance while attempting to accelerate into the spin cycle.
The WA error indicates an overfill condition detected by the water level sensor.
Whirlpool (16)
Communication failure between the main control board and the user interface board.
The control board has identified an open circuit within the exhaust thermistor path.
Long drain fault: the water is not exiting the basin within the required timeframe.
Your washer has identified a pressure sensor fault or an excessive suds condition.
Oven over-temperature condition detected by the control board.
Long drain issue; the appliance failed to empty within an 8-minute window.
The primary control unit has identified an open or shorted condition within the exhaust temperature thermistor.
The wash pump assembly is experiencing cavitation due to trapped air or excessive suds.
A basket speed sensor fault, triggered when the tachometer signal is missing or inconsistent.
The main control board has identified a motor over-temperature event or a failure within the motor control circuit.
The main control board has identified an overfill state caused by an open circuit at the overfill float switch.
The appliance has detected a faulty neutral connection or incorrect electrical wiring at the source.
The appliance is struggling to empty the water from the drum in a timely manner.
The washer is taking too long to fill with water (Long Fill).
The control board has lost its model profile or requires programming.
Power Outage notification indicating internal temperatures climbed above safe thresholds.