Error codes
What your appliance is telling you.
Common washing machine, fridge and dishwasher error codes explained, with the usual cause. Codes vary by model, so treat this as a guide.
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Washing machine
Washing machine repair Washing machine error codes.
Samsung washing machine error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 4C · 4E | No water coming inTap closed, low pressure, blocked inlet filter or a faulty inlet valve. |
| 5C · 5E · SE | Not drainingBlocked drain filter or hose, or a worn drain pump. |
| UE · UB | Load unbalancedUneven load, machine not level, or worn shock absorbers. |
| DC · DE · DS | Door problemDoor not shut, or a faulty door lock or switch. |
| LE · LC | Water leak detectedLeak inside the machine, often a hose or the sump. |
| HE · HC | Heating faultHeating element, temperature sensor or overheating. |
| 3E · 3C | Motor faultMotor, wiring or the control board driving it. |
| Sud · SUd | Too many sudsToo much or the wrong detergent. It pauses to let the foam settle. |
LG washing machine error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| IE | No water coming inTap, inlet hose filter or inlet valve. |
| OE | Not drainingDrain filter, hose or pump blocked. |
| UE | Load unbalancedUneven load or worn suspension. |
| dE | Door openDoor not closed properly or the door lock has failed. |
| LE | Motor lockedSomething jamming the drum, or a motor or board fault. |
| PE | Water level sensorPressure sensor or its hose. |
| tE | Heating sensorTemperature sensor or heater. |
| FE | Too much waterInlet valve not closing, or a level sensor fault. |
Bosch and Siemens washing machine error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E17 · F17 | Filling too slowlyTap, inlet filter or inlet valve. |
| E18 · F18 | Not drainingPump filter or drain hose blocked. |
| E23 | Water in the baseAnti-flood switch tripped by a leak. |
| F16 | Door not closedDoor not shut, or the lock is faulty. |
| F21 | Drum not turningDrum blocked, or a motor or board fault. |
Fridge
Fridge repair and gas refilling Fridge error codes.
LG fridge error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Er FF | Freezer fanFreezer fan blocked by ice or faulty. |
| Er dH | Defrost faultDefrost heater, sensor or fuse. |
| Er IF | Ice-maker fanIce-maker fan blocked or faulty. |
| Er CF | Condenser fanThe fan at the back has failed. |
| Er FS | Freezer sensorFreezer temperature sensor or its wiring. |
| Er rS | Fridge sensorFridge temperature sensor or its wiring. |
| Er CO | CommunicationBoards not talking: wiring or a board fault. |
Samsung fridge error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 21E | Freezer fanFreezer fan blocked by ice or faulty. |
| 22E | Fridge fanFridge fan blocked by ice or faulty. |
| 5E | Fridge defrost sensorDefrost sensor in the fridge section. |
| 40E | Ice room fanIce room fan blocked or faulty. |
| 33E | Ice pipe heaterIce maker pipe heater. |
| OF OF | Cooling offDemo mode is on, so it won’t cool. It can be switched off from the panel. |
Dishwasher
Dishwasher repair Dishwasher error codes.
Bosch and Siemens dishwasher error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E15 | Water in the baseAnti-flood switch tripped by a leak. |
| E24 | Not drainingDrain hose or filter blocked. |
| E25 | Drain pump blockedSomething stuck under the pump cover. |
| E22 | Filter blockedFilters need cleaning. |
| E09 | Heating faultHeater or heat pump. |
LG dishwasher error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OE | Not drainingFilter, drain hose or pump. |
| IE | No water coming inTap, inlet hose or inlet valve. |
| AE · E1 | Leak detectedWater in the base tray. |
| HE | Heating faultHeater or sensor. |
| FE | Too much waterInlet valve not closing. |
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