Haier Freezers Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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AL
Display shows AL or an alarm icon, often with beeping, indicating temperature or door alarm.
Door Ajar / Temperature Alarm
dF
Display shows dF or DEF and compressor cycles differently than usual.
Defrost Mode Indication (Not a Fault in Many Models)
E0
Freezer beeps and displays E0, temperature may be unstable or not reach setpoint.
Cabinet Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault
E1
Freezer displays E1 and may run continuously or not cool correctly.
Defrost / Evaporator Temperature Sensor Fault
E2
Freezer shows E2, may not defrost properly or may overcool.
Ambient / Room Temperature Sensor Fault
E3
Freezer displays E3 and may not maintain correct internal temperature.
Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Fault
E4
Freezer shows E4, may stop cooling or run erratically.
Defrost System Failure (Heater / Sensor / Circuit)
E5
Freezer displays E5 and may not respond correctly to user temperature settings.
Control Panel / Keypad Communication Fault
E6
Freezer shows E6, may not start compressor or may shut down unexpectedly.
Main Control Board Fault / Internal Error
E7
Freezer displays E7 and may not cool or may run continuously.
Compressor Drive / Inverter Communication Fault
E8
Freezer shows E8, may not cool or may show abnormal temperature readings.
Display Board / Main Board Communication Error
E9
Freezer displays E9 and may not cool or may shut down intermittently.
High Temperature Protection / Overheat Fault
F1
Freezer shows F1 and may not maintain set temperature.
Freezer Sensor Circuit Error
F2
Freezer displays F2, temperature display may flash.
Ambient Sensor Circuit Error
F3
Freezer shows F3 and may not defrost correctly.
Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Sensor Error
F4
Freezer displays F4 and may not start or may shut off unexpectedly.
Compressor Start / Overload Protection Fault
F5
Freezer shows F5 and may not cool or may run continuously.
Condenser Fan Motor Fault
F6
Freezer displays F6 and may not respond to temperature adjustments.
User Interface / Keypad Fault
H1
Freezer displays H1 or HI and beeps, indicating high temperature alarm.
High Internal Temperature Alarm
L1
Freezer displays L1 or a lock icon and buttons do not respond.
Control Panel Child Lock / Key Lock Active
Symptom
Condensation or sweating on the exterior cabinet or around the door gasket.
High Humidity / Mullion Heater or Gasket Issue
Symptom
Digital display shows dashes or unrealistic temperatures (e.g., 88°C) but freezer seems to cool.
Display / Sensor Reading Error
Symptom
Display works but compressor and fans do not run.
Control Board Output Failure
Symptom
Excessive frost buildup on interior walls, baskets, and food packages.
Air Infiltration / Door Seal Failure
Symptom
Freezer beeping intermittently with no obvious error code on display.
Door / Temperature Alarm Without Code
Symptom
Freezer door difficult to open immediately after closing, feels like a vacuum.
Normal Pressure Equalization / Check Valve Issue
Symptom
Freezer emits a strong chemical or burning smell.
Electrical Overheating or Insulation Odor
Symptom
Freezer interior light not working but unit cools normally.
Interior Light Circuit Failure
Symptom
Freezer interior surfaces feel hot to the touch near the door frame.
Mullion Heater Operation / Overheating
Symptom
Freezer interior warm, compressor runs, but evaporator fan not running.
Evaporator Fan Motor Failure
Symptom
Freezer makes rattling or clanking noise when compressor starts or stops.
Loose Components / Refrigerant Line Rattle
Symptom
Freezer making loud buzzing or humming noise from compressor area.
Compressor or Condenser Fan Noise
Symptom
Freezer not cooling at all, interior warm, compressor not running, no error code displayed.
Compressor Start Failure
Symptom
Freezer runs but does not get cold enough, temperature only slightly below room temperature.
Refrigerant Loss / Low Charge or Weak Compressor
Symptom
Freezer runs continuously and is still not cold enough.
Airflow Restriction / Evaporator Frost Block
Symptom
Freezer too cold, food excessively hard or ice cream rock solid even at higher set temperature.
Temperature Control / Thermostat Stuck Closed
Symptom
Freezer vibrates excessively or makes a low-frequency rumble, especially on hardwood floors.
Cabinet Vibration / Poor Leveling
Symptom
Freezer will not turn on at all, no lights or display.
No Power / Electrical Supply Issue
Symptom
Ice buildup on the floor of the freezer compartment.
Blocked Defrost Drain
Symptom
Water leaking onto the floor from around the freezer.
Drainage / Condensation Leak
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| AL |
Display shows AL or an alarm icon, often with beeping, indicating temperature or door alarm.
|
Door Ajar / Temperature Alarm | View Details |
| dF |
Display shows dF or DEF and compressor cycles differently than usual.
|
Defrost Mode Indication (Not a Fault in Many Models) | View Details |
| E0 |
Freezer beeps and displays E0, temperature may be unstable or not reach setpoint.
|
Cabinet Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault | View Details |
| E1 |
Freezer displays E1 and may run continuously or not cool correctly.
|
Defrost / Evaporator Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E2 |
Freezer shows E2, may not defrost properly or may overcool.
|
Ambient / Room Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E3 |
Freezer displays E3 and may not maintain correct internal temperature.
|
Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E4 |
Freezer shows E4, may stop cooling or run erratically.
|
Defrost System Failure (Heater / Sensor / Circuit) | View Details |
| E5 |
Freezer displays E5 and may not respond correctly to user temperature settings.
|
Control Panel / Keypad Communication Fault | View Details |
| E6 |
Freezer shows E6, may not start compressor or may shut down unexpectedly.
|
Main Control Board Fault / Internal Error | View Details |
| E7 |
Freezer displays E7 and may not cool or may run continuously.
|
Compressor Drive / Inverter Communication Fault | View Details |
| E8 |
Freezer shows E8, may not cool or may show abnormal temperature readings.
|
Display Board / Main Board Communication Error | View Details |
| E9 |
Freezer displays E9 and may not cool or may shut down intermittently.
|
High Temperature Protection / Overheat Fault | View Details |
| F1 |
Freezer shows F1 and may not maintain set temperature.
|
Freezer Sensor Circuit Error | View Details |
| F2 |
Freezer displays F2, temperature display may flash.
|
Ambient Sensor Circuit Error | View Details |
| F3 |
Freezer shows F3 and may not defrost correctly.
|
Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Sensor Error | View Details |
| F4 |
Freezer displays F4 and may not start or may shut off unexpectedly.
|
Compressor Start / Overload Protection Fault | View Details |
| F5 |
Freezer shows F5 and may not cool or may run continuously.
|
Condenser Fan Motor Fault | View Details |
| F6 |
Freezer displays F6 and may not respond to temperature adjustments.
|
User Interface / Keypad Fault | View Details |
| H1 |
Freezer displays H1 or HI and beeps, indicating high temperature alarm.
|
High Internal Temperature Alarm | View Details |
| L1 |
Freezer displays L1 or a lock icon and buttons do not respond.
|
Control Panel Child Lock / Key Lock Active | View Details |
| – |
Condensation or sweating on the exterior cabinet or around the door gasket.
|
High Humidity / Mullion Heater or Gasket Issue | View Details |
| – |
Digital display shows dashes or unrealistic temperatures (e.g., 88°C) but freezer seems to cool.
|
Display / Sensor Reading Error | View Details |
| – |
Display works but compressor and fans do not run.
|
Control Board Output Failure | View Details |
| – |
Excessive frost buildup on interior walls, baskets, and food packages.
|
Air Infiltration / Door Seal Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer beeping intermittently with no obvious error code on display.
|
Door / Temperature Alarm Without Code | View Details |
| – |
Freezer door difficult to open immediately after closing, feels like a vacuum.
|
Normal Pressure Equalization / Check Valve Issue | View Details |
| – |
Freezer emits a strong chemical or burning smell.
|
Electrical Overheating or Insulation Odor | View Details |
| – |
Freezer interior light not working but unit cools normally.
|
Interior Light Circuit Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer interior surfaces feel hot to the touch near the door frame.
|
Mullion Heater Operation / Overheating | View Details |
| – |
Freezer interior warm, compressor runs, but evaporator fan not running.
|
Evaporator Fan Motor Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer makes rattling or clanking noise when compressor starts or stops.
|
Loose Components / Refrigerant Line Rattle | View Details |
| – |
Freezer making loud buzzing or humming noise from compressor area.
|
Compressor or Condenser Fan Noise | View Details |
| – |
Freezer not cooling at all, interior warm, compressor not running, no error code displayed.
|
Compressor Start Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer runs but does not get cold enough, temperature only slightly below room temperature.
|
Refrigerant Loss / Low Charge or Weak Compressor | View Details |
| – |
Freezer runs continuously and is still not cold enough.
|
Airflow Restriction / Evaporator Frost Block | View Details |
| – |
Freezer too cold, food excessively hard or ice cream rock solid even at higher set temperature.
|
Temperature Control / Thermostat Stuck Closed | View Details |
| – |
Freezer vibrates excessively or makes a low-frequency rumble, especially on hardwood floors.
|
Cabinet Vibration / Poor Leveling | View Details |
| – |
Freezer will not turn on at all, no lights or display.
|
No Power / Electrical Supply Issue | View Details |
| – |
Ice buildup on the floor of the freezer compartment.
|
Blocked Defrost Drain | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking onto the floor from around the freezer.
|
Drainage / Condensation Leak | View Details |
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