The Ultimate Cheat Sheet for Appliance Error Codes (Fridge, Washer, Dryer)

Home appliances break down at the worst possible moments — usually when you’re hosting guests, doing laundry for the week, or realizing the milk has gone bad. The good news? Most modern refrigerators, washers, and dryers now display error codes that act like a built-in diagnostic tool. Instead of panicking, you can look up the code and often fix the issue yourself — or at least know exactly what to tell your technician.

At SkyBreezeTech, we’ve repaired thousands of appliances across Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, Odessa, Shady Hills, Hudson, and Dade City. This cheat sheet is compiled from the most common codes we see every week in the field. Bookmark this page — it will save you time, money, and frustration.

Refrigerator Error Codes (Most Popular Brands)

Samsung Refrigerators

• OF OF or O FF → Off Demo Mode (not a fault). Hold Energy Saver + Lighting (or Power Freeze + Fridge) for 8 seconds to exit.
• 88 88 or random lines → Power reset needed. Unplug for 10 minutes. If it returns, the main control board is failing.
• 5E or SE → Defrost sensor error. Common after power surges in Wesley Chapel thunderstorms.
• 1E or 1 E → Ice maker sensor fault.
• PC ER → Door wiring communication issue (French door models). Check the hinge wire harness — often pinched.
• 22 E or 26 E → Fan error (evaporator or condenser fan blocked by ice or dust).
• 41 or 42 → Family Hub network error. Just re-connect to Wi-Fi.

LG Refrigerators

• Er IF → Icing fan motor failure (the #1 call we get in Land O’ Lakes during summer).
• Er FF → Freezer fan error.
• Er FS → Freezer sensor short or disconnected.
• Er rF → Refrigerator fan error.
• Er dH → Defrost heater issue (takes 30–45 minutes to clear after defrosting manually).
• Er CO → Communication error between main board and display.
• Er 1F or Er IF (again) → Ice blower fan blocked — pull the fridge out and vacuum the coils.

Whirlpool / Maytag / KitchenAid (same platform)

• PO → Power Outage (not a fault, just a reminder).
• 6th Sense flashing → Control locked. Hold “Control Lock” 3 seconds.
• F1 E1 → Main control board failure.
• F5 E2 → Door not opening properly (check hinges and gasket).
• E0 → Ice maker fault.
• E2 → Lost cooling (check condenser coils — dirty coils are the #1 killer in Florida’s dusty climate).

GE / Hotpoint / Haier

• FF → Check frozen food/frozen (sensor thinks freezer is warm).
• CI → Icemaker not producing (water valve or filter issue).
• dE → Door error.
• tC → Turbo Cool sensor fault.
• PF → Power failure (again, just a reminder).
• CC → Check refrigerator temperature (usually a thermistor gone bad).

Frigidaire / Electrolux

• SY EF → Evaporator fan circuit failure (we replace a lot of these in Odessa).
• SY CE or SY CF → Communication error between boards.
• SH → Sabbath mode active (hold “+” and “–” for 5 seconds to exit).
• H1 → Freezer temp too high for too long.
• OP or O → Fresh food sensor open.
• SB → Sabbath mode again (common accidental trigger).

Pro Tip from SkyBreezeTech: If your fridge is showing any “E” code and it’s under 5 years old, always try a hard reset (unplug 10 minutes) before calling. 60% of the time it clears temporary glitches.

Washing Machine Error Codes

Samsung Washers

• **UE / UB → Unbalanced load. Redistribute clothes.
• dS / dL → Door not locked. Clean the door switch or replace lock ($120–$180 part).
• nF → No water fill (90% of the time it’s the inlet screens clogged with Wesley Chapel’s hard-water minerals).
• LE / LC → Leak detected (check hoses and pump filter).
• 5E / SE → Drain issue. Clean pump filter (bottom front panel).
• tE → Temperature sensor error.
• OE / OF → Overflow or too many suds (use HE detergent only!).

LG Washers (Front & Top Load)

• IE → Inlet water issue (screens or kinked hose).
• UE → Unbalanced (add towels or run spin-only).
• OE → Drain problem (clean filter or check hose not kinked upward).
• dE → Door error.
• FE → Overfill (inlet valve stuck open — emergency call).
• LE → Motor overload (too big load or locked rotor).
• tE → Thermistor fault.
• PE → Pressure sensor error.

Whirlpool / Maytag / Amana (Cabrio, Bravos, etc.)

• Ld → Long drain (clean pump filter).
• uL → Unbalanced load.
• oL → Overloaded.
• Sd / 5d → Too many suds.
• F# E# codes (example F7 E1) → Basket speed sensor (common on 5–8 year old Cabrios).
• LF → Long fill.
• HC → Hot/Cold reversed hoses.

GE / Hotpoint Washers

• E22 → Fill timeout.
• E23 → Drain issue.
• E30 → Drum overfilled.
• E61 → Door lock failure.

SkyBreezeTech sees more clogged pump filters than any other single issue in Pasco and Hillsborough counties. Takes 5 minutes to clean and saves a $149 service call.

Related: How To Fix A Noisy Refrigerator That’s Driving You Crazy

Dryer Error Codes

Samsung Dryers

• tS / tO / t5 → Thermistor error (clean vents first!).
• HC → Heating error (gas models — igniter or coils).
• 9C1 → Voltage issue (common after storms in Shady Hills).
• FE → Power supply frequency error.
• dF → Door circuit fault.

LG Dryers

• dHE → Drying heater error.
• tE → Thermistor short/open.
• PS → Power supply issue.
• nP → No heat (gas valve coils or electric element).
• Flow Sense d80 / d90 / d95 → 80–95% airflow blockage. Clean the vent — this is the #1 fire hazard we see in Wesley Chapel and Land O’ Lakes.

Whirlpool / Maytag / Kenmore Dryers

• **PF → Power failure.
• AF → Restricted airflow (clean vent).
• F-01 → Main control failure.
• F-22 / F-23 → Outlet thermistor.
• F-70 / F-71 → User interface board.

Electrolux Dryers

• E64 → Heater open circuit (most common call).
• E63 → Heater shorted to ground.
• Ad → Auto-dry circuit malfunction.

Quick Diagnostic Checklist (Works for Almost Every Brand)

1. Unplug the appliance for 10 minutes (resets 70% of glitch codes).
2. Check that the appliance is level (unbalanced washers and fridges throw sensors off).
3. Clean filters, vents, coils, and drain pumps.
4. Inspect hoses and power cords for damage.
5. Only then look up the code.

When to Call a Professional (and Why SkyBreezeTech Should Be Your First Call)

While many error codes can be fixed with basic troubleshooting, some require specialized tools or parts:

• Refrigerant leaks (hiss sound or no cooling after reset)
• Sealed system issues in refrigerators
• Control board failures
• Gas dryer ignition problems
• Any burning smell or sparking

We’re local to Wesley Chapel and serve all surrounding areas the same or next day. Flat-rate diagnostic fee, 1-year warranty on all repairs, and we stock the most common boards, sensors, and valves on our trucks.

Related: What to Do When Your Freezer Stops Freezing: A Step-by-Step Guide

Final Thoughts

Error codes aren’t there to scare you — they’re actually a gift from the manufacturer. Ten years ago we had to guess what was wrong; now the machine tells us (and you) exactly where to look.

Save this cheat sheet, share it with friends, and the next time your appliance flashes a mysterious code at 9 p.m., you’ll know whether it’s a 5-minute fix or time to call the pros.

Need same-day help in Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, Odessa, Shady Hills, Hudson, or Dade City? Call or text SkyBreezeTech at (813) 123-4567 or book online at skybreezetech.com. We’ll get your appliances back to perfect working order — fast.

Stay cool (and dry), The SkyBreezeTech Team