Frigidaire Refrigerators
51 fault codes documented
Air Filter Indicator Illuminated — Air filter needs replacement
The Air Filter indicator illuminates when it's time to replace the internal air filter. This typically occurs every 6 months and is important to maintain optimal air quality and odor control within the refrigerator.
Audible warning tone — Display is locked or an alert is active
An audible warning tone sounds when you interact with the display while the 'Lock' feature is enabled, or when an active alert such as 'Door Open', 'High Temp', or 'Power Outage' is present.
Press Clear Alerts button — Resets active alarms
The Clear Alerts button is used to reset any active and illuminated alarms on your refrigerator. This includes alarms for Door Open, High Temp, and Power Outage.
Cold Drink Timer Alarm Sounds — Drinks ready, remove from freezer
The refrigerator emits an audible alarm when the Cold Drink Timer has completed its cycle. This indicates that your drink is chilled and ready to be removed from the freezer compartment. Leaving carbonated drinks in the freezer for too long can cause them to explode.
Control Lock indicator flashes and audible warning tone sounds — Settings are locked
The Control Lock feature prevents the display from being used accidentally. When it is enabled, you cannot change any settings. You will see the indicator flash and hear a tone when you try to interact with the display.
Crush and Light held for 5 seconds — Switches display between Sleep and Awake modes
Simultaneously pressing and holding the 'Crush' and 'Light' buttons for 5 seconds will switch the display mode between 'Sleep mode' (dims after inactivity) and 'Awake mode' (always on). A tone confirms the change.
Cube or Crush selection blinks and alarm sounds - Jammed Ice Cube
This occurs on dispenser models if a jammed ice cube holds the flapper open when Cube or Crush is selected. An alarm sounds, and the current selection blinks.
Deli indicator lights up — Custom-Flex Temp Drawer is set to Deli mode
When the 'Deli' indicator is lit, the Custom-Flex™ Temp Drawer is set to a temperature (37°F/3°C) appropriate for storing deli foods or snacks.
Digital temperature display shows an error
The electronic control system has detected a performance problem. Error messages or number codes may flash on the digital display.
Display Indicator Flashes and Tone Sounds — Control display is locked
When the display is locked, attempting to change settings or dispense ice/water will cause the lock indicator to flash and an audible warning tone to sound. This feature prevents unintended changes to your refrigerator's settings and actions.
Door Open Alarm — Indicator lights up and alarm sounds
This alarm sounds if the refrigerator door has been open for more than 3 minutes. It helps prevent food spoilage by alerting you to an unsealed door.
Door Open indicator illuminates and audible alert
This alert sounds and the indicator lights up if a refrigerator or freezer door is left open for 5 minutes or more. The interior light also turns off after 5 minutes.
Drinks indicator lights up — Custom-Flex Temp Drawer is set to Drinks mode
The 'Drinks' indicator lighting up means the Custom-Flex™ Temp Drawer is set to a specific temperature (32°F/0°C) suitable for cooling beverages.
Error E1 — Refrigerator temperature sensor error
This code indicates a problem with the sensor that measures the temperature inside the refrigerator. The appliance may still operate, but temperature regulation could be affected.
E2 Error — Freezer temperature sensor error, indicator 1 or 5 flashes.
The refrigerator's display shows E2 and either indicator 1 or 5 is flashing, indicating a problem with the freezer temperature sensor. The refrigerator may still operate despite this error.
Error E5 — Defrost sensor error
This error signifies an issue with the sensor responsible for monitoring the defrost cycle. This can impact the refrigerator's ability to prevent frost buildup.
Error E6 — Communication failure
This code indicates a problem with the communication between different components of the refrigerator. This could affect overall operation and control.
Error E7 — Ambient temperature sensor error
This error points to a problem with the sensor that measures the temperature of the room surrounding the refrigerator. This can affect cooling efficiency.
EH Error — Humidity sensor error, indicator 1 or 4 flashes.
The refrigerator's display shows EH and either indicator 1 or 4 is flashing, indicating an issue with the humidity sensor. The refrigerator may still operate despite this error.
Error Tone Sounds — Invalid selection attempted
An audible alarm will sound if you attempt to select a feature or setting that is currently unavailable or invalid for the refrigerator's current operational mode. This typically happens when a selection is made that does not apply.
Filter authentication may take up to 30 seconds — New water filter is being recognized
After installing a new water filter, the system performs an authentication process that can take up to 30 seconds. During this time, the filter status on the display updates.
Food Freezing in Refrigerator Compartment — Refrigerator temperature too low or food too close to air port
If food items in the fresh food compartment are freezing, the temperature setting might be too low, or items could be placed too close to the internal air ports. Direct cold air from the air ports can cause items to freeze.
Food freezing in fresh food compartment — Temperature is set too low
If food is freezing in the fresh food compartment, it means the temperature setting is likely too low for that section of the refrigerator.
Freezer indicator lights up — Custom-Flex Temp Drawer is set to Freezer mode
When the 'Freezer' indicator lights up on the Custom-Flex™ Temp Drawer controls, it means the drawer is set to its coldest temperature setting, intended for freezing items.
HI displayed and alarm sounds - High Temperature condition
The control panel displays 'HI' for the compartment with a high temperature, and an alarm sounds every 10 seconds. This indicates a high temperature condition.
High Temp illuminates and alarm sounds - High Temperature Alarm
High Temp illuminates next to Clear Alerts, and the alarm plays every 60 seconds. This signals a high temperature condition in the refrigerator or freezer.
High Temperature Alarm — Indicator lights up and alarm sounds
The High Temperature Alarm activates when the interior temperature has been too high for an extended period. The indicator lights up and an audible alarm sounds.
Ice Maker Indicator Blinking — Ice maker is off but ice is still dispensing
The ice maker indicator light blinks when the ice maker has been manually turned off, but there is still existing ice in the bucket being dispensed. This is an informational blink, not an error, indicating the ice maker itself is not actively producing ice.
Ice Maker Off indicator lit — The ice maker is currently turned off
This indicator light illuminates when the ice maker function has been intentionally turned off. Ice production will not occur while this light is on.
Ice Maker indicator blinks - Ice Maker Off and Dispensing
The Ice Maker indicator blinks when the ice maker is turned off but ice is still being dispensed from the bucket.
Ice and Light held for 5 seconds — Switches display between Sleep and Awake modes
Simultaneously pressing and holding the 'Ice' and 'Light' buttons for 5 seconds will switch the display mode between 'Sleep mode' (dims after inactivity) and 'Awake mode' (always on). A tone confirms the change.
Lock indicator flashes and audible warning tone - Display Locked
This occurs when the display is locked and you try to interact with it. An indicator flashes, and a warning tone sounds to show settings cannot be changed.
Moisture, frost, or water collects inside or outside refrigerator, or in drawers.
You notice moisture, frost, or water accumulating on the interior walls, exterior surfaces, between doors, or in vegetable drawers. This can be normal in very humid conditions, but can also indicate an issue with sealing or air flow.
OF — Display Always-On Mode deactivated
The display shows 'OF' for 3 seconds, accompanied by four falling beeps, when the Display Always-On mode is deactivated.
ON — Display Always-On Mode activated
The display shows 'ON' for 3 seconds, accompanied by four rising beeps, when the Display Always-On mode is activated.
One beep — Setting confirmed or action acknowledged
A single beep typically sounds to confirm that a setting has been changed or an action has been acknowledged by the control panel, such as selecting a drawer mode or adjusting temperature.
Power Outage Alert Illuminated and Tone Sounds — Unsafe temperatures reached during power failure
After a power failure, this alert illuminates and a tone sounds once power has been restored. This occurs if the refrigerator or freezer's internal temperatures reached unsafe levels during the outage, indicating potential food spoilage.
Power Outage illuminates and tone sounds
This indicator and tone alert you to a power outage. Press Clear Alerts to acknowledge. The unit continues normal operation, but other modes might be temporarily off.
Power Outage indicator lights up and a tone sounds
This alert appears after power has been restored following an outage. Press any button to silence the tone.
Replace Air Filter light on — Air filter needs changing
The 'Replace Air Filter' indicator illuminates every 6 months or when the air filter needs to be replaced to maintain odor filtering.
Replace Air Filters indicator illuminates
This indicator illuminates every 6 months or when the air filter needs replacing. It prompts the user to change the air filter.
Replace Water Filter appears on display — Water filter requires replacement or authentication failed
This message appears on the display, often after filter replacement, indicating the water filter needs changing or that the installed filter was not properly authenticated. Dispensing functions may still work.
Replace Water Filter light on — Water filter needs changing
The 'Replace Water Filter' indicator light illuminates when the water filter needs to be changed. This usually occurs every 6 months or after dispensing a certain amount of water.
Replace Water Filter indicator illuminates
This indicator lights up every 6 months or after dispensing 120 gallons of water, signaling that the water filter needs replacement.
SB — Sabbath Mode is active
The display shows 'SB' when Sabbath Mode is enabled. This mode disables features like lights and the control panel to comply with religious observances.
High Temp Alarm Sounds (in Sabbath Mode) — Cabinet temperature unsafe
While in Sabbath Mode, the High Temp alarm remains active for health reasons. If the cabinet temperature goes outside the safe zone for 20 minutes, this alarm will activate. The alarm will silence itself after 10 minutes, but the High Temp icon will remain lit until Sabbath Mode is exited.
Display Shows 'Sb' — Refrigerator is in Sabbath Mode
When 'Sb' is shown on the display, it indicates that the refrigerator is operating in Sabbath Mode. In this mode, certain functions like interior lights, the dispenser, and most control panel features are disabled. The refrigerator remains in this mode even after a power failure until manually deactivated.
Sb displayed - Sabbath Mode active
The display shows 'Sb' when Sabbath Mode is activated. In this mode, lights, dispensers, and the control panel are disabled. The refrigerator continues normal operation.
Display LEDs Not Illuminated (Sleep Mode) — Display is in Sleep Mode
In Sleep Mode, the display LEDs are not continuously illuminated to save energy. This is the default display setting. Pressing any key will temporarily illuminate the LEDs, which will then turn off again after a short period of inactivity.
Solid red LED — Indicates a fault or error
A solid red LED on the control panel typically indicates a general fault or error condition within the refrigerator. The specific issue may require further diagnosis.
Water Filter Indicator Illuminated — Water filter needs replacement
The Water Filter indicator illuminates to inform you that the water filter has reached its service life. It needs to be replaced approximately every 6 months or after 120 gallons of water have been dispensed to maintain water quality.