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Appliance Error Code Finder

Look up the code flashing on your fridge, washer, dryer, or oven and get an easy-to-understand explanation and fix.

What is this?

Your appliance flashes a code like “OE” or “F1E1” when something’s wrong. Type the code below — or just describe the problem — and we’ll tell you what it means and how to fix it.

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250 error codes found
Click any error code on the left to see what it means, why it happens, and what part fixes it.

Common questions

An error code is the specific letter/number combo the appliance's display shows (like “OE” or “F1E1”). A symptom is what you observe, like “won't drain” — useful if your appliance doesn't show a code at all.

Try searching by symptom or the part you suspect instead, or narrow by appliance and brand to browse similar codes. If nothing matches, our repair guides cover most models by appliance type.

No — the same code can mean different things on different brands and models. Always confirm against your appliance's brand, and check your owner's manual if you have it.

Many codes point to a simple fix like a clogged filter or a door not latching. Others point to parts like control boards or sealed refrigerant systems that are safer left to a licensed technician.