Error Codes repair guides and troubleshooting tips.
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EC 80 on a Sub-Zero & Wolf refrigerator means variable speed compressor error. Causes, repair cost ($500–$1200), safe DIY checks, and when to call a technician.

EC 85 on a Sub-Zero & Wolf refrigerator means overpressure on compressor. Causes, repair cost ($350–$850), safe DIY checks, and when to call a technician.

EC 86 on a Sub-Zero & Wolf refrigerator means communication failure between compressor and board. Causes, repair cost ($450–$950), safe DIY checks, and when...

Viking dishwasher E1 is a fill timeout — the machine is not getting water in time. Supply and pressure checks, plus the premium repair verdict.

Viking dishwasher E2 is a drain fault — usually the triple-filter system packed with debris. The owner clean-out that saves a service call, cost $200–$450.

Viking dishwasher E3 is a temperature-sensor fault — no sanitize, cold water, long cycles. Causes, why it needs a pro, and the premium repair verdict.

Viking dishwasher E4 is a heater error — dishes not drying, water lukewarm, breaker trips. Causes, why it needs a pro, and the repair verdict.

Viking dishwasher E5 is a wash-motor error — no circulation, grinding, breaker trips. Check for a jam first, then the premium repair verdict.

Viking range F01 is a door latch/lock circuit fault — the self-clean latch will not operate. Causes, the safe reset, and why Viking is worth fixing.

Viking range F02 is an RTD temperature sensor fault — the oven mis-heats or will not heat. Causes, the safe reset, and the premium repair verdict.

Viking range F03 is a cooling-fan feedback fault — the board won't run the oven until it sees the fan turning. Diagnosis and repair cost $250–$500.

Viking range F04 is a shorted meat probe — often moisture in the probe jack. Simple checks first, and why a Viking is worth keeping.

Viking range F06 is a control-board configuration mismatch — usually after a board swap with the wrong part or EEPROM. Why it needs a pro.

Viking range F07 is a door switch/interlock fault — often TruGlide hinge sag dropping the strike below the plunger. Checks and repair cost $200–$450.

Viking range F10 is a runaway-temperature safety code — the oven overheats, often from a welded relay. Stop using it and call a pro. Repair verdict.

Viking range F30 (and F31) flags an oven temperature-sensor problem — fails to preheat, dashes on the display. Causes and the premium repair verdict.

Viking refrigerator E1 is a temperature-sensor fault — runs nonstop or mis-cools. Diagnostic-mode check and why a Viking built-in is worth fixing.

Viking refrigerator E2 is a defrost-heater problem — freezer warms and ice builds. Causes, why it needs a pro, and the premium repair verdict.

Viking refrigerator E3 is an ice-maker fault — most often a frozen fill tube, while cooling stays fine. Thaw-and-test steps and repair cost $300–$550.

Frigidaire dishwasher ER1 means the leak switch activated on an active water leak in the base. Shut the water off, find the source. DIY safety steps and cost.

Frigidaire dishwasher i20 means a drain fault — water is not leaving the tub. Usually a clogged filter or drain hose. DIY steps and repair cost.

Frigidaire dishwasher i30 means the leak-detection system found water in the base pan. Causes, why you should not ignore it, and repair cost.

Frigidaire dishwasher i50 means the wash (circulation) motor failed. Dishes stay dirty because water is not being pumped through the sprayers. Cost and fix.

Frigidaire dishwasher i60 means a water-heating failure — the water is not reaching temperature, so dishes come out cold and poorly dried. Cost and fix.

Frigidaire dryer E5B means a motor start failure — the drive motor will not start. Often a start capacitor, a seized blower, or a jam. Causes and repair cost.

Frigidaire dryer E64 means the heating element has an open circuit — no heat. Check the vent for lint, then the element and thermal fuse. Cost and fix.

Frigidaire dryer E66 means a heater relay fault on the control board — the relay that switches the heating element has failed. Causes and repair cost.

Frigidaire microwave F1 means the control board tripped its thermal protection — it shut down on overheating. Check the vents and cooling fan. Cost and fix.

Frigidaire microwave F3 means a touchpad or keypad short — the control reads a button as stuck. Usually moisture or a failed membrane. DIY checks and cost.

Frigidaire oven F10 means runaway oven temperature — a safety fault. Turn the oven off at the breaker now. Causes, why it is urgent, and repair cost.