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GE Appliances Dishwasher

C1

Check for a slow drain path, blocked filter area, or kinked drain hose before another cycle.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C2

Cancel the cycle and inspect the drain hose, sink connection, and disposal inlet.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C3

Check simple drain restrictions first and stop if water stays in the tub.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C4

Let the dishwasher drain and stop if water enters or overfills again.

Overfill or water level fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C5

Confirm the water supply is open and the inlet path is not restricted.

Water fill problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C6

Check household hot water temperature and stop if heating issues repeat.

Heating or temperature fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C7

Power reset once and request service if C7 returns on a normal cycle.

Heating or temperature fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C8

Clear items blocking the detergent cup and run one short test cycle.

Sensor reading fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

Cup Open

Move dishes away from the dispenser and confirm the detergent cup closes freely.

Door or lid lock

GE Appliances Dishwasher

FTD

Check the drain hose, disposer connection, and filter area before retrying.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

Leak Detected

Stop the cycle, turn off water if leaking is active, and inspect visible door or hose areas.

Leak or overflow detection

GE Appliances Dishwasher

PF

Reset the control once and confirm the breaker or outlet is stable.

Power supply or reset condition

LG Dishwasher

AE

Turn off water if leaking is active, then check around the door, drain hose, and base.

Leak or overflow detection

LG Dishwasher

bE

Do not use hand dish soap; clear suds with model-approved steps and use dishwasher detergent only.

Excess suds

LG Dishwasher

CL

Use the documented Control Lock button hold for your model rather than forcing panel buttons.

Control lock

LG Dishwasher

F31

Stop after one safe reset; fan motor conditions need detailed service inspection.

Motor or drive fault

LG Dishwasher

F35

Avoid repeated heated drying attempts and arrange service if F35 returns.

Heating or temperature fault

LG Dishwasher

F37

Check for items blocking the door path and request service if the feature remains stuck.

Door or lid lock

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GE Appliances Dishwasher

C1

Check for a slow drain path, blocked filter area, or kinked drain hose before another cycle.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C2

Cancel the cycle and inspect the drain hose, sink connection, and disposal inlet.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C3

Check simple drain restrictions first and stop if water stays in the tub.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C4

Let the dishwasher drain and stop if water enters or overfills again.

Overfill or water level fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C5

Confirm the water supply is open and the inlet path is not restricted.

Water fill problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C6

Check household hot water temperature and stop if heating issues repeat.

Heating or temperature fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C7

Power reset once and request service if C7 returns on a normal cycle.

Heating or temperature fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

C8

Clear items blocking the detergent cup and run one short test cycle.

Sensor reading fault

GE Appliances Dishwasher

Cup Open

Move dishes away from the dispenser and confirm the detergent cup closes freely.

Door or lid lock

GE Appliances Dishwasher

FTD

Check the drain hose, disposer connection, and filter area before retrying.

Drain problem

GE Appliances Dishwasher

Leak Detected

Stop the cycle, turn off water if leaking is active, and inspect visible door or hose areas.

Leak or overflow detection

GE Appliances Dishwasher

PF

Reset the control once and confirm the breaker or outlet is stable.

Power supply or reset condition

LG Dishwasher

AE

Turn off water if leaking is active, then check around the door, drain hose, and base.

Leak or overflow detection

LG Dishwasher

bE

Do not use hand dish soap; clear suds with model-approved steps and use dishwasher detergent only.

Excess suds

LG Dishwasher

CL

Use the documented Control Lock button hold for your model rather than forcing panel buttons.

Control lock

LG Dishwasher

F31

Stop after one safe reset; fan motor conditions need detailed service inspection.

Motor or drive fault

LG Dishwasher

F35

Avoid repeated heated drying attempts and arrange service if F35 returns.

Heating or temperature fault

LG Dishwasher

F37

Check for items blocking the door path and request service if the feature remains stuck.

Door or lid lock

LG Dishwasher

HE

Run one reset and short test only if water fills and drains normally.

Heating or temperature fault

LG Dishwasher

IE

Verify the water valve is open and the inlet hose is not kinked.

Water fill problem

LG Dishwasher

LE

Check for items blocking spray arms; service is likely if the code returns empty.

Motor or drive fault

LG Dishwasher

nE

Reorganize dishes that may touch moving spray parts and stop if the code returns empty.

WaterWall or spray system fault

LG Dishwasher

OE

Check the drain hose, sink connection, and filter area for restrictions.

Drain problem

LG Dishwasher

PE

Stop after checking for obvious water-level or leak symptoms; PE normally needs service inspection.

Sensor reading fault

LG Dishwasher

tE

Do not keep resetting the dishwasher; temperature sensor faults usually need service.

Sensor reading fault

LG Dryer

Add

Fill the steam feeder with tap water to the max line and confirm the drawer is closed.

Water fill problem

LG Dryer

CL

Hold the model's Child Lock or Control Lock button combination for about 3 seconds.

Control lock

LG Dryer

D80

Clean the lint screen, check the outside vent, and inspect the dryer duct before running another heated cycle.

Airflow restriction

LG Dryer

D90

Stop and verify the full vent path, especially the exterior hood and any crushed duct behind the dryer.

Airflow restriction

LG Dryer

D95

Do not keep restarting heated cycles. Clear or inspect the duct and exterior vent first.

Airflow restriction

LG Dryer

dE

Remove anything caught at the door, close it firmly, and inspect the latch for visible damage.

Door or lid lock

LG Dryer

E13

Check for a kinked, crushed, clogged, or frozen drain hose before another cycle.

Drain problem

LG Dryer

nP

Confirm the dryer is on the correct circuit and do not keep resetting a breaker that trips again.

Power supply or reset condition

LG Dryer

PF

Reset power once and restart the cycle only if the outlet and breaker look normal.

Power supply or reset condition

LG Dryer

tE1

Power reset once; if it returns, the temperature sensing circuit likely needs service.

Heating or temperature fault

LG Washer

CL

Use the model's documented Control Lock or Child Lock button hold to unlock the panel.

Control lock

LG Washer

dE

Check for clothing caught in the door and inspect the latch area.

Door or lid lock

LG Washer

dE1

Open and close the drawer or door firmly, then stop if the latch area looks damaged.

Door or lid lock

LG Washer

dE2

Restart a short cycle only after the latch area is clear and the door closes normally.

Door or lid lock

LG Washer

dE3

Check for clothing or packaging film blocking the lid or drawer, then close it firmly.

Door or lid lock

LG Washer

E7

Confirm the paired unit is aligned and stop if the switch or installation looks damaged.

Sensor reading fault

LG Washer

FE

Cancel the cycle and turn off water supply if filling continues.

Overfill or water level fault

LG Washer

IE

Open both supply valves fully and check fill hoses for kinks or frozen sections.

Water fill problem

LG Washer

LE

Reduce the load, let the washer rest, and retry a short cycle only if the drum moves freely.

Motor or drive fault

LG Washer

OE

Check the drain hose and clean the accessible pump filter before repeating the cycle.

Drain problem

LG Washer

PE

Unplug the washer and arrange service if PE returns, because the water-level sensing path needs diagnosis.

Sensor reading fault

LG Washer

sUD

Let the washer reduce suds, then use less HE detergent on the next load.

Excess suds

LG Washer

tE

Disconnect power and request service if the same tE code returns after one reset.

Heating or temperature fault

LG Washer

UE

Redistribute heavy items and run a spin test with a balanced load.

Unbalanced load

Whirlpool Washer

F21

Check for a clogged drain hose, pump filter, or slow household drain.

Drain problem

Whirlpool Washer

F5 E2

Remove laundry from the latch area and avoid forcing the locked door.

Door or lid lock

Whirlpool Washer

F7 E1

Reduce the load and verify the basket can move freely before retrying.

Motor or drive fault

Whirlpool Washer

F8 E1

Open supply valves, check fill hoses, and clean inlet screens if safe.

Water fill problem

Whirlpool Washer

F8 E2

Check whether the detergent drawer or cartridge is clogged before retrying.

Filter or screen condition

Whirlpool Washer

F9 E1

Check the drain hose height, kinks, and accessible pump filter before retrying.

Drain problem

Whirlpool Washer

Sud

Let suds settle and run a rinse/spin cycle without adding detergent.

Excess suds

Samsung Dishwasher

1E

Confirm the model type first; clean only the documented filter area or stop for service if unsure.

Filter or screen condition

Samsung Dishwasher

3C

Remove obstructions from the sump or spray path; service is likely if it returns empty.

Motor or drive fault

Samsung Dishwasher

3E

Verify the hot water supply is not set too high before running another test.

Heating or temperature fault

Samsung Dishwasher

4C

Confirm the supply valve is open and the inlet hose is not kinked.

Water fill problem

Samsung Dishwasher

5C

Check the drain hose, sink connection, garbage disposal plug, and filter area.

Drain problem

Samsung Dishwasher

7E

Check for dishes blocking the reflector or spray path.

WaterWall or spray system fault

Samsung Dishwasher

9E

Run one normal fill test only after checking supply, then stop if 9E returns.

Water fill problem

Samsung Dishwasher

AP

If you are not connecting the dishwasher, turn it off and back on to leave AP mode.

Electronic communication fault

Samsung Dishwasher

bE

Turn the dishwasher off and check that every button releases normally.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Dishwasher

CE

Power reset once and request service if CE continues.

Electronic communication fault

Samsung Dishwasher

HC

Switch power off briefly, run a controlled empty test, and stop if HC returns.

Heating or temperature fault

Samsung Dishwasher

HE

Do not repeat heated cycles if HE returns; use service for heater or sensor diagnosis.

Heating or temperature fault

Samsung Dishwasher

LC

Turn off water if leaking is active and check around the door, base, and hose connections.

Leak or overflow detection

Samsung Dishwasher

OC

Cancel the cycle and watch for continued filling or draining problems.

Overfill or water level fault

Samsung Dishwasher

PC

Turn the dishwasher off and retry once; repeated PC usually needs service.

WaterWall or spray system fault

Samsung Dishwasher

PE

Run one empty half-load test only if safe, then request service if PE returns.

WaterWall or spray system fault

Samsung Dishwasher

tE

Empty the dishwasher and stop repeated tests if tE returns after a reset.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Dryer

dC

Remove items caught at the door and inspect the latch area.

Door or lid lock

Samsung Dryer

HE

Stop if there is a hot smell and verify airflow before another heated cycle.

Heating or temperature fault

Samsung Washer

3C

Reduce the load and retry an empty short cycle only if the drum moves freely.

Motor or drive fault

Samsung Washer

4C

Open supply valves fully and check inlet hoses and screens.

Water fill problem

Samsung Washer

5C

Inspect the drain hose and clean the pump filter if your model has one.

Drain problem

Samsung Washer

7E

Check the model manual and request service if 7E returns after a reset.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Washer

8C

Confirm the washer is level and stop if the sensor code returns on an empty cycle.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Washer

9C1

Confirm the washer is on its own circuit and do not use an extension cord.

Voltage condition

Samsung Washer

9C2

Stop repeated starts and have the circuit checked if the code returns.

Voltage condition

Samsung Washer

AC

Disconnect power for 5 minutes and request service if communication errors return.

Electronic communication fault

Samsung Washer

bE

Reduce the load and stop if the motor code returns on an empty test.

Motor or drive fault

Samsung Washer

dC

Clear the latch area and close the door firmly before restarting.

Door or lid lock

Samsung Washer

ddC

Confirm the Add Door is fully closed and the latch area is clear.

Door or lid lock

Samsung Washer

dS

Check that laundry is not caught in the door and that the latch closes securely.

Door or lid lock

Samsung Washer

HC

Stop if the washer overheats, smells hot, or trips protection; service is likely.

Heating or temperature fault

Samsung Washer

OC

Cancel the cycle, watch for continued filling, and turn water off if needed.

Overfill or water level fault

Samsung Washer

PC

Do not force repeated cycles if clutch-position codes return immediately.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Washer

PF

Reset once after checking the outlet and breaker; stop if power drops again.

Power supply or reset condition

Samsung Washer

SE

Power reset once, then check the model manual if the same code returns.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Washer

SUD

Let suds settle, run a rinse cycle, and use less HE detergent next time.

Excess suds

Samsung Washer

tE

Power reset once; repeated temperature sensor codes should go to service.

Sensor reading fault

Samsung Washer

UR

Pause, redistribute the load, and avoid washing one heavy item by itself.

Unbalanced load

Frigidaire Dishwasher

CL

Check for racks or dishes blocking the door and close it firmly.

Door or lid lock

Frigidaire Dishwasher

HO

Confirm the hot water supply is normal; service is likely if heating never recovers.

Heating or temperature fault

Frigidaire Dishwasher

i20

Clean the filter area and check the drain hose and sink connection before retrying.

Drain problem

Frigidaire Dishwasher

i40

Check the filter, drain hose, and household drain for restrictions.

Drain problem

Frigidaire Dishwasher

PF

Reset the dishwasher once and stop if the circuit loses power again.

Power supply or reset condition

Frigidaire Washer

F2

Check the drain hose and any accessible drain restriction before retrying spin.

Drain problem

KitchenAid Dishwasher

F6 E1

Confirm the water supply is open and the inlet hose is not kinked.

Water fill problem

KitchenAid Dishwasher

F7 E2

Stop repeated cycles if the wash motor does not run normally or the code returns empty.

Motor or drive fault

KitchenAid Dishwasher

F8 E4

Turn off water if leaking is active and inspect around the door and base before resetting.

Leak or overflow detection

KitchenAid Dishwasher

F9 E1

Check the drain hose, sink connection, and disposal plug before another cycle.

Drain problem

KitchenAid Dishwasher

H2O

Open the supply valve fully and check for a kinked inlet hose.

Water fill problem

Maytag Washer

F5 E2

Check for items caught near the door and avoid forcing a locked latch.

Door or lid lock

Maytag Washer

F9 E1

Inspect the drain hose and accessible pump filter, then retry a short drain/spin.

Drain problem

Maytag Washer

LF

Open water valves fully and check inlet hoses and screens.

Water fill problem

Maytag Washer

Sd

Use less HE detergent and run a rinse cycle to clear residue.

Excess suds

Bosch Dishwasher

E01

Reset power at the breaker once; repeated E01 needs Bosch support or service.

Heating or temperature fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E02

Reset power once and stop if E02 returns, because board faults are service-level.

Electronic communication fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E03

Power reset once; repeated E03 should go to service rather than repeated cycles.

Electronic communication fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E04

Do not keep running heated cycles; contact support if E04 remains.

Heating or temperature fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E05

Check for obvious rack or spray blockage, then stop if E05 returns.

WaterWall or spray system fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E06

Check that the door closes normally and request service if E06 repeats.

Door or lid lock

Bosch Dishwasher

E07

Reset power once; repeated E07 is not a homeowner repair step.

Motor or drive fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E09

Reset once; if it returns, stop repeating heated cycles and arrange service.

Heating or temperature fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E10

Avoid repeated heat-dry tests and contact support if E10 returns.

Heating or temperature fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E12

Use the model-approved descaling path and check water-softener salt guidance if equipped.

Heating or temperature fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E14

Check water supply first; service is likely if supply is normal.

Water fill problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E15

Turn off water if leaking is active and check for visible leaks before resetting.

Leak or overflow detection

Bosch Dishwasher

E16

Check the inlet hose for kinks or damage and confirm the supply is on.

Water fill problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E17

Check inlet hose condition and stop if the filling code returns after supply is normal.

Water fill problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E18

Open the supply valve fully and inspect the inlet hose.

Water fill problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E19

Power reset once; repeated E19 should be handled by service.

Sensor reading fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E20

Do not force repeated cycles if the pump hums or the code returns immediately.

Motor or drive fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E21

Reset power once and contact support if E21 returns.

Motor or drive fault

Bosch Dishwasher

E22

Clean and reseat the dishwasher filter, then run a short rinse cycle.

Filter or screen condition

Bosch Dishwasher

E23

Check simple drain restrictions first; repeated E23 usually needs service.

Drain problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E24

Check the filter, drain hose, sink air gap, and disposal connection.

Drain problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E25

Clean the filter and inspect the pump cover only as the manual allows.

Drain problem

Bosch Dishwasher

E27

Avoid repeated starts and have the outlet or circuit checked if it repeats.

Voltage condition

Amana Washer

drn

Check the drain hose height, kinks, and household drain before retrying.

Drain problem

Amana Washer

HC

Confirm hot and cold hoses are connected to the correct valves.

Water fill problem

Amana Washer

LdL

Clear the lid lock area and avoid forcing the lid if it stays locked.

Door or lid lock

Amana Washer

LdU

Wait for the basket to stop and do not force the lid open.

Door or lid lock

Amana Washer

LF

Open supply valves, check hose screens, and confirm normal water pressure.

Water fill problem

Amana Washer

Ofb

Redistribute heavy items and avoid washing one bulky item by itself.

Unbalanced load

Amana Washer

Sd

Let suds settle and use less HE detergent next time.

Excess suds

Electrolux Dishwasher

CL

Check racks and dishes near the door, then close the latch firmly.

Door or lid lock

Electrolux Dishwasher

HO

Confirm hot water supply and stop if the dishwasher never reaches wash temperature.

Heating or temperature fault

Electrolux Dishwasher

i20

Clean the filter area and inspect the drain hose or sink connection before retrying.

Drain problem

Electrolux Dishwasher

i40

Check the dishwasher filter, drain hose, and household drain path.

Drain problem

Electrolux Dishwasher

PF

Reset the dishwasher once and stop if the power fault repeats.

Power supply or reset condition