Kitchenaid Error Codes & Diagnostics
Complete B2B dictionary of fault codes, troubleshooting steps, and repair manuals for Kitchenaid home appliances, including Washing Machines, Dishwashers, Ovens, Dryers, and Refrigerators.
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| Code | Fault / Diagnostics | Appliances | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| CF | Communication Failure Info: The main control board is unable to communicate with the user interface control board (the display). | Refrigerator | |
| Door Ajar | Alarm sounds and/or light flashes Info: A refrigerator or freezer door has been left open for more than a few minutes. | Refrigerator | |
| E1 | Refrigerator Thermistor Failure Info: The temperature sensor (thermistor) in the fresh food compartment is open or shorted, preventing accurate temperature readings. | Refrigerator | |
| E2 | Freezer Thermistor Failure Info: The temperature sensor (thermistor) in the freezer compartment is open or shorted. | Refrigerator | |
| F1 E0 | Control Board Failure Info: A failure has occurred within the main electronic control board (ERC), often related to its internal memory (EEPROM). | Oven | |
| F2 E1 | Stuck Keypad Info: A key on the user interface has been detected as being pressed for too long, or the keypad ribbon cable is shorted. | Oven | |
| F3 E0 | Oven Temperature Sensor Open Info: The control board is not receiving a signal from the oven temperature sensor, indicating an open circuit. | Oven | |
| F3 E1 | Oven Temperature Sensor Shorted Info: The control board has detected a shorted circuit in the oven temperature sensor. | Oven | |
| F4 E3 | Wash Motor Failure Info: The main wash motor (circulation pump) is not running correctly. This could be due to a blockage in the pump, a bad motor capacitor, or a failed motor. | Dishwasher | |
| F5 E1 | Door Latch Assembly Failure Info: The control board detects a problem with the motorized door latch, which is used for the self-cleaning cycle. | Oven | |
| F5 E2 | Door opening issue. Check door switch and hinges for alignment. PRO TIP: 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. | RefrigeratorWashing Machine | |
| F6 E4 | Float Switch Open / No Water Entering Info: The dishwasher doesn't detect water entering the tub. This could be due to a closed water supply valve, a faulty inlet valve, or a stuck float switch. | Dishwasher | |
| F7 E1 | Heating Element Failure Info: The control board has detected that the water is not heating. This indicates a problem with the heating element, the high-limit thermostat, or the control board itself. | Dishwasher | |
| F8 E1 | Drainage Fault Info: The dishwasher is unable to drain water effectively. The cause is usually a clogged filter, a blocked drain hose, or a failed drain pump. | Dishwasher | |
| F9 E1 | Diverter Motor Fault Info: The electronic control cannot determine the position of the diverter motor, which directs water to the upper and lower spray arms. | Dishwasher | |
| PO | Power outage detected. Press any key to acknowledge the outage and resume cooling. PRO TIP: 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. | Refrigerator | |
| Sd | Suds Detected Info: The machine has detected too many suds, often caused by using too much detergent or using non-HE detergent in a high-efficiency machine. | Washing Machine | |
| uL | Unbalanced Load Info: The clothes inside the drum are not distributed evenly, preventing the washer from spinning at high speed to protect itself from damage. | Washing Machine |