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Kelvinator • Central Diagnostic Dictionary

88 Verified Codes in Database

Kelvinator Error Codes & Diagnostics

Access our premium database of error codes, common faults, and professional repair solutions for Kelvinator appliances.

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CodeAppliancesFault / DiagnosticsRepair InstructionsAction

F112

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Kelvinator KOB Series / RoastMaster Built-in Oven: Appliance EEPROM configuration error F112; non-volatile memory parameters corrupted or unconfigured replacement module.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KOB Series / RoastMaster Built-in Oven) models: Power failure or voltage spike during program write cycle, aged memory chip corruption, or blank spare control board installed without PNC coding.

Power cycle oven for 10 minutes. If error persists, enter diagnostic technician menu and re-program configuration code matching model PNC on rating plate. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i5A

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter heat sink thermal threshold reached i5A; power module de-rates or shuts down.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Restricted airflow in bottom machinery compartment, sound deadening felt blanket shifted over inverter board, or high ambient heat.

Reposition sound insulation felt to ensure clear airflow channels around inverter heatsink. Clear dust from bottom chassis louvers. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i5B

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter DC bus overvoltage alarm i5B; rectified bus voltage exceeds 430V DC.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Mains electrical grid voltage surge, rapid deceleration of heavy wash arm water momentum, or defective DC bus capacitor bank.

Measure incoming AC line voltage (nominal 230V AC ± 10%). Disconnect power for 10 minutes to discharge capacitors, then retest. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i5C

Dishwasher

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter DC bus undervoltage alarm i5C; rectified bus voltage drops below 175V DC under load.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Sag in mains AC voltage during heater activation, high contact resistance on power cord plug, or failing input bridge rectifier.

Measure wall outlet voltage under load while dishwasher heater and motor run simultaneously. Inspect power plug blades for burns. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i5D

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter communication line timeout i5D; main motherboard loses UART link with inverter.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Loose 4-wire serial communication cable between main board and motor inverter, cut wire, or missing logic power supply to inverter.

Check continuity of 4-wire serial interconnect harness. Verify 12V DC auxiliary logic power supply arriving at inverter board. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i10

Dishwasher

Water Inlet Valve, Aquastop & Flowmeter

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Water fill timeout error i10; appliance fails to reach operational water fill level within 180 seconds.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Closed water tap, kinked supply hose, clogged inlet filter, defective AquaStop solenoid valve (nominal 3.8–4.4 kΩ), or blocked pressure sensor hose.

Check water tap pressure. Clean mesh filter in AquaStop coupling. Measure solenoid valve coil resistance with multimeter (3.8–4.4 kΩ). Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i11

Dishwasher

Water Inlet Valve, Aquastop & Flowmeter

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Water fill timeout during active wash phase i11; flowmeter detects inadequate water intake volume.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Low dynamic water pressure (< 0.8 bar), water softener resin matrix restricting flow, or failing flowmeter impeller sensor.

Verify dynamic water flow rate into bucket (> 5 L/min). Inspect flowmeter reed switch wiring and verify pulse signal on oscilloscope/multimeter. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i20

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Water drain timeout error i20; wash water remains in sump after 90 seconds of drain pump activation.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Clogged fine mesh filter in tub sump, lemon seeds or broken glass jammed in drain impeller, kinked waste hose, or drain pump coil open (160–220 Ω).

Remove sump filter cylinders and clean under hot water. Check drain pump impeller through sump cavity. Measure pump motor resistance (160–220 Ω). Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i22

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Siphon pressure sensor alarm i22; analog sensor detects back-pressure after drain cycle completes.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Kitchen sink siphon spigot not drilled out on new installation, grease blockage in drain hose non-return flap, or restricted wall pipe.

Inspect connection spigot under kitchen sink (ensure plastic membrane was drilled out). Clean rubber non-return flap in sump outlet. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i23

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Drain pump triac failure or feedback sensing mismatch i23 on main electronic motherboard.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Triac destroyed by short-circuited drain pump stator coil, moisture on pump spade terminals, or open sensing resistor on motherboard.

Measure drain pump coil resistance (must be 160–220 Ω; if < 150 Ω replace pump first!). Inspect PCB for burned triac package. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i24

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Drain pump circuit feedback incongruence i24; drain pump current draws outside operating window.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Pump running dry with zero hydraulic load (airlock), broken impeller decoupled from shaft, or high-resistance spade terminal connection.

Verify impeller is firmly fixed to motor shaft. Pour 2 liters of water into sump to prime pump cavity. Check spade crimp terminals. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i30

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: AquaControl flood protection active i30; base drip tray float triggered, drain pump runs continuously.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Internal water leak onto bottom pan, leaking door lower perimeter gasket, split circulation pump casing, or overflowing dispenser.

Disconnect power and shut water tap. Sponge out water from metal base pan. Inspect sump gasket, hoses, and door bottom seal for moisture. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i40

Dishwasher

General System & Mechanical Integration

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Analog pressure sensor general malfunction i40; uncalibrated or out-of-bounds pressure reading.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Fat deposit clogging pressure sensor trap at bottom of sump, defective transducer diaphragm, or broken 5V DC/GND/Signal wiring harness.

Clean sump pressure cavity with hot water and degreaser syringe. Measure 5V DC supply at sensor plug. Replace analog pressure sensor if faulty. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i41

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Analog pressure sensor signal out of range i41; frequency or voltage exceeds operating window.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Pressure switch internal piezoelectric element failure, water entered sensor housing, or corroded connector terminal pins.

Inspect pressure switch pins for green corrosion. Measure output signal with multimeter. Replace analog pressure transducer if defective. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i43

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Dynamic water level fluctuations alarm i43; abnormal pressure oscillations detected during circulation.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Spray arms jammed against tall plates or cutlery, lower spray arm clogged with lemon seeds, or foaming from rinse aid overfill.

Ensure upper and lower spray arms rotate freely by hand. Clean clogged spray arm nozzle orifices with a needle. Check for excessive foam. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i44

Dishwasher

General System & Mechanical Integration

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Pressure sensor zero calibration error at cycle start i44; sensor fails to establish atmospheric zero reference.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Water remaining in tub from previous cancelled cycle, pressure sensor pipe holding hydraulic head, or drifted sensor calibration.

Bail out all standing water from sump with a sponge. Blow gently into pressure sensor rubber hose to equalize pressure. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i50

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation wash pump motor general alarm i50; wash motor fails to circulate water through spray arms.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Circulation pump motor capacitor failed (if single-phase), BLDC inverter stator winding open, jammed motor rotor, or triac/inverter driver fault.

Measure motor winding resistance across phases (balanced 40–90 Ω on BLDC motor). Check run capacitor (~2.5–3.5 µF) if fitted. Ensure free rotation. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i51

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor triac short circuit i51 on main motherboard; motor runs uncontrolled at full speed.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Circulation pump motor winding internal short circuit causing power triac breakdown, or water splashing onto main PCB connectors.

Measure circulation pump stator resistance before replacing PCB. Replace damaged motor and replace or repair triac circuit. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i52

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor tachometer signal missing i52; motor starts, vibrates, and shuts down after 3 seconds.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Tachometer generator coil open circuit (nominal 200–260 Ω on tachometer equipped models), detached rear magnet, or broken wiring in harness.

Measure tachometer coil resistance across motor tachometer terminals (200–260 Ω). Check magnet integrity on rear rotor shaft. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i53

Dishwasher

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump triac sensing circuit faulty i53; voltage feedback out of range on motherboard.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Sensing divider resistor drifted on main PCB, cracked solder joints around triac terminals, or optocoupler feedback failure.

Inspect main PCB circuit around circulation pump triac. Resolder cracked joints or replace main electronic control board. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i54

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor rotor blocked or mechanically jammed i54; wash pump draws locked rotor current.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Toothpick, olive pit, or broken glass shard jammed between pump impeller and casing, or seized ceramic rotor bushings.

Dismantle circulation pump head casing and clear obstruction from impeller vanes. Verify free manual rotation before reassembly. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i55

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter overcurrent detected i55; phase current exceeds peak threshold during wash.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Stator winding phase-to-phase partial short circuit, failing IGBT inverter bridge transistor, or high water viscosity from detergent gelatin.

Measure winding resistance across all 3 phases (must be strictly balanced within 5%: nominal ~45–65 Ω). Replace pump if unbalanced. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i56

Dishwasher

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter thermal cutoff / motor overheating i56; internal thermistor exceeds safety cutoff.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Extended cycle with hot water intake (> 65°C), inadequate motor cooling in enclosed bottom base, or heavy bearing friction.

Allow motor to cool down for 30 minutes. Check inlet water temperature (max 60°C). Inspect motor bearings for friction or seizing. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i57

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter phase current imbalance i57; unequal current distribution across stator coils.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: High-resistance connection on one motor phase pin, partial insulation breakdown between windings, or defective inverter driver channel.

Disconnect motor plug and inspect pins for discoloration. Measure DC resistance of all 3 phase pairs with high-precision multimeter. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i58

Dishwasher

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor phase disconnected or stator open circuit i58; inverter senses missing phase current.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Cut wire in three-phase motor cable harness, terminal pin backed out of plastic housing, or open stator winding inside motor.

Test electrical continuity of each phase lead from inverter board to motor terminals (< 0.5 Ω). Replace motor if winding is open (infinite Ω). Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

i59

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor speed runaway or tachometer mismatch i59; rotor speed exceeds command target.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator KDF Series / Classic Wash Dishwasher) models: Cavitation in pump chamber caused by zero water intake or excessive foam, loose tachometer magnet, or inverter PWM control breakdown.

Check tub water level (must submerge sump filter base). Check for excessive foam from detergent. Verify tachometer magnet mounting. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

SY EF

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Kelvinator Opal / ColdMaster / No-Frost Refrigerator: System evaporator fan circuit failure SY EF; electronic control module detects no rotation speed feedback from evaporator blower.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator Opal / ColdMaster / No-Frost Refrigerator) models: Ice accumulation freezing the fan blades, defective 12V DC brushless motor windings, severed connector lead, or blown fan driver IC on main motherboard.

Remove freezer back panel. Spin fan blade to verify free rotation. Measure 12V DC across fan red and black wires, and verify pulsing feedback on yellow wire. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

5Y EF

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Kelvinator Opal / ColdMaster / No-Frost Refrigerator: System evaporator fan circuit failure 5Y EF; alternative 7-segment display rendering of SY EF error code on user console.

On Kelvinator (Kelvinator Opal / ColdMaster / No-Frost Refrigerator) models: Ice accumulation freezing the fan blades, defective 12V DC brushless motor windings, severed connector lead, or blown fan driver IC on main motherboard.

Inspect evaporator fan behind freezer back wall. Remove frost with warm air. Measure 12V DC motor supply and verify tacho feedback signal. Hold Start and Cancel/Clear buttons together for 5 seconds until service diagnostic mode exits and clears memory.

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Dishwasher25

i5A i5B i5C i5D i10 i11 i20 i22 i23 i24 i30 i40 i41 i43 i44 i50 i51 i52 i53 i54 i55 i56 i57 i58 i59

Washing Machine35

E3A E5A E5C E5D E10 E11 E12 E13 E20 E21 E22 E23 E24 E25 E30 E31 E32 E33 E34 E35 E38 E40 E41 E42 E43 E44 E45 E50 E51 E52 E53 E54 E57 E58 E59

Oven / Microwave12

F101 F102 F103 F104 F105 F106 F107 F108 F109 F110 F111 F112

Refrigerator / Freezer16

E01 E02 E03 E04 E05 E06 E07 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 SY EF 5Y EF

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