Error Codes repair guides and troubleshooting tips.
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GE dishwasher C3 is a pump pressure-switch error affecting wash. See why to clean the filter first and the $200–$450 repair cost.

GE dishwasher C6 is a turbidity-sensor error, often just mineral buildup. See the cleaning fix, the related C7 code, and the $100–$280 cost.

GE dishwasher PF means a power failure was detected, often from a shared circuit. See how to clear it and why repairs rarely top $200.

GE oven F0 means a stuck keypanel key, often from moisture. See how to dry and reset the panel and the $150–$350 repair range.

GE oven F1 flags a control (ERC) or keypanel fault the board cannot pin to one key. See how to isolate it and the $180–$400 repair cost.

GE oven F2 is an over-temperature safety code — stop using the oven. See why the sensor is usually to blame and the $120–$380 repair cost.

GE oven F3 means an open oven sensor (RTD) — the oven will not heat. See how to test the sensor and the $100–$250 repair cost.

GE oven F4 is a shorted oven sensor — heat may be erratic or refused. See how to test for a short and the $100–$250 repair cost.

GE oven F5 is an ERC self-diagnosed control-board failure. See why no keypanel fix will help and the $250–$500 repair cost.

GE oven F7 flags a stuck function key on the panel. See how to clean, reseat, and confirm it, and the $130–$300 repair cost.

GE oven F9 is a door-lock circuit error, common around self-clean. See safe steps, why not to force the door, and the $120–$280 repair cost.

GE oven FD means a shorted meat probe — usually just a dirty jack. See the quick owner fix and the low $30–$150 repair cost.

GE refrigerator CC is a compressor control error and the fridge stops cooling. See causes, why to test the inverter first, and the $350–$900 cost.

GE refrigerator CI flags an ice-maker communication error. See the likely causes, safe DIY checks, and the $200–$420 repair range.

GE refrigerator dE flags a defrost error, so frost builds on the coils. See the causes, DIY limits, and the $200–$450 repair cost.

GE refrigerator showing FF? It flags a freezer evaporator fan fault. See causes, DIY checks, and the $180–$350 repair cost.

GE refrigerator PF means a power failure was detected. Learn how to clear it, protect your food, and why repairs rarely top $150.

GE washer E2 is a drain error — water left in the tub. See the owner-friendly filter and hose checks and the $50–$250 repair cost.

GE washer E4 is an unbalanced-load error causing shaking. See how to rebalance, level the washer, and the modest up-to-$180 repair cost.

Hotpoint dishwasher C1 means the base-pan leak sensor tripped — the float rose on collected water. Disconnect power first. DIY checks and a $125–$300 range.

Hotpoint dishwasher C3 means the drain pump is not clearing the tub — usually a matted filter or fouled impeller. Owner-fixable steps and a $100–$225 range.

Hotpoint dishwasher C4 means the tub did not fill in time — usually a part-closed supply valve or a scaled inlet screen. Owner-fixable steps and a $75–$200 range.

Hotpoint dishwasher C7 means the wash motor is not running. Causes include a jammed impeller. Professional repair runs $200–$375.

Hotpoint dishwasher C8 means the wash water never heats up — usually a burned-open heating element or blown thermal fuse. DIY signs and a $125–$275 range.

Hotpoint dryer AF is an airflow restriction warning — clean the lint screen and vent. Often owner-fixable; professional cost up to $125.

Hotpoint dryer E1 means the exhaust thermistor is open. Causes, a simple resistance test, and a $75–$175 professional repair range.

Hotpoint dryer E2 means the exhaust sensor shorted low, feeding a false cold reading so the drum runs too hot. Treat it as urgent. DIY signs and a $75–$175 range.

Hotpoint dryer E3 is an over-temperature fault — a fire-safety code. Clear the vent first. Causes and a $100–$300 professional repair.

Hotpoint dryer E4 is a heater relay fault — unplug it immediately. A stuck relay is a fire hazard. Board repair runs $175–$350.

Hotpoint dryer E8 means the drive motor will not run — an open winding or a burnt centrifugal start switch. DIY signs and a $175–$375 professional range.