Ikea 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 a flashing alarm symbol; audible alarm sounds and temperature is too high.
High Temperature Alarm / Warm Freezer Condition
dF
Display shows dF or a defrost symbol for an extended time; freezer may warm slightly during this period.
Extended Defrost Cycle / Defrost Control Issue
E1
Freezer shows E1 and may not maintain correct temperature.
General Sensor Error (Model-Dependent)
E2
Freezer shows E2 and buttons may not respond correctly.
Keypad / Button Error
E3
Freezer shows E3 and the fan may not run or may run erratically.
Evaporator Fan Motor Error
E4
Freezer shows E4 and may have irregular defrosting or ice build-up.
Defrost System Error (Sensor/Heater Feedback)
E5
Freezer shows E5 and may not power on correctly or may reset intermittently.
Power Supply / Low Voltage Error
E6
Freezer shows E6 and may not communicate between display and main board.
Communication Error Between UI and Main Board
E7
Freezer shows E7 and the condenser fan (if fitted) may not run.
Condenser Fan Motor Error
E8
Freezer shows E8 and may have unstable or incorrect temperature readings.
Calibration / Sensor Range Error
E9
Freezer shows E9 and may shut down or lock out cooling.
Critical System Error / Lockout
F1
Freezer beeps and displays F1, temperature too high and food starting to soften.
Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Fault
F2
Freezer shows F2 and may run continuously or shut down intermittently.
Ambient / Cabinet Temperature Sensor Fault
F3
Display shows F3 and the freezer may not defrost properly, causing ice build-up on the back wall.
Evaporator Defrost Sensor Fault
F4
Freezer displays F4 and may not defrost, leading to thick ice on the evaporator and poor cooling.
Defrost Heater Circuit Fault
F5
Freezer shows F5 and may not start the compressor, or runs erratically.
Compressor Start Device / PTC Relay Fault
F6
Freezer displays F6 and does not cool properly; compressor may not run.
Compressor Motor or Overload Protector Fault
F7
Freezer shows F7 and interior light or fan may not work correctly; display may flicker.
Door Switch / Door Sensor Fault
F8
Freezer displays F8 and may not respond correctly to temperature setting changes.
User Interface / Keypad Communication Fault
F9
Freezer shows F9 and may run the fan or compressor unexpectedly or not at all.
Main Control Board Fault
LO
Display shows LO or a very low temperature indication; food may be over-frozen and ice forming excessively.
Temperature Regulation / Thermostat Calibration Fault
Symptom
Condensation or moisture forming on the outside of the freezer cabinet or around the door gasket.
Cabinet Condensation / Mullion Heater Issue
Symptom
Excessive frost build-up on the back wall or around the evaporator, reducing storage space.
Frost Accumulation / Defrost System Failure
Symptom
Freezer displays temperature but does not respond to button presses or setting changes.
User Interface Lockup / Button Failure
Symptom
Freezer door does not close properly or pops open by itself.
Door Alignment / Seal Issue
Symptom
Freezer interior fan is very noisy or does not run, causing uneven temperatures.
Evaporator Fan Failure
Symptom
Freezer interior light works but compressor and fan do not start; no humming sound.
No Start / Control or Power Circuit Issue
Symptom
Freezer is leaking water onto the floor at the front or underneath.
Defrost Drain Blockage / Water Management Issue
Symptom
Freezer is too cold; food is rock hard and frost is heavy even at normal settings.
Overcooling / Thermostat or Sensor Misregulation
Symptom
Freezer makes a high-pitched whine or squeal from the fan area.
Worn Fan Motor Bearings
Symptom
Freezer makes loud buzzing or humming noise from the compressor area.
Compressor Start or Mounting Noise
Symptom
Freezer makes loud rattling or knocking noises, especially when the compressor starts or stops.
Mechanical Vibration / Loose Components
Symptom
Freezer not cooling at all; interior is warm, light may work but no cold air.
Complete Loss of Cooling
Symptom
Freezer runs but does not get cold enough; temperature is higher than setpoint and ice cream is soft.
Insufficient Cooling / Partial Loss of Capacity
Symptom
Freezer runs constantly and never seems to shut off, though temperature may be acceptable.
Continuous Run / Poor Efficiency
Symptom
Freezer temperature fluctuates widely, sometimes freezing too hard and sometimes too warm.
Intermittent Temperature Control
Symptom
Freezer trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when it starts or after running for a while.
Electrical Short or Ground Fault
Symptom
Interior light does not work but freezer cools normally.
Lighting Circuit Failure
Symptom
Strong chemical or burning smell coming from the freezer, especially from the rear.
Overheating Electrical Component
Symptom
Unpleasant musty or moldy odor inside the freezer, even after cleaning.
Odor Contamination / Drain or Gasket Mold
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| AL |
Display shows AL or a flashing alarm symbol; audible alarm sounds and temperature is too high.
|
High Temperature Alarm / Warm Freezer Condition | View Details |
| dF |
Display shows dF or a defrost symbol for an extended time; freezer may warm slightly during this period.
|
Extended Defrost Cycle / Defrost Control Issue | View Details |
| E1 |
Freezer shows E1 and may not maintain correct temperature.
|
General Sensor Error (Model-Dependent) | View Details |
| E2 |
Freezer shows E2 and buttons may not respond correctly.
|
Keypad / Button Error | View Details |
| E3 |
Freezer shows E3 and the fan may not run or may run erratically.
|
Evaporator Fan Motor Error | View Details |
| E4 |
Freezer shows E4 and may have irregular defrosting or ice build-up.
|
Defrost System Error (Sensor/Heater Feedback) | View Details |
| E5 |
Freezer shows E5 and may not power on correctly or may reset intermittently.
|
Power Supply / Low Voltage Error | View Details |
| E6 |
Freezer shows E6 and may not communicate between display and main board.
|
Communication Error Between UI and Main Board | View Details |
| E7 |
Freezer shows E7 and the condenser fan (if fitted) may not run.
|
Condenser Fan Motor Error | View Details |
| E8 |
Freezer shows E8 and may have unstable or incorrect temperature readings.
|
Calibration / Sensor Range Error | View Details |
| E9 |
Freezer shows E9 and may shut down or lock out cooling.
|
Critical System Error / Lockout | View Details |
| F1 |
Freezer beeps and displays F1, temperature too high and food starting to soften.
|
Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| F2 |
Freezer shows F2 and may run continuously or shut down intermittently.
|
Ambient / Cabinet Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| F3 |
Display shows F3 and the freezer may not defrost properly, causing ice build-up on the back wall.
|
Evaporator Defrost Sensor Fault | View Details |
| F4 |
Freezer displays F4 and may not defrost, leading to thick ice on the evaporator and poor cooling.
|
Defrost Heater Circuit Fault | View Details |
| F5 |
Freezer shows F5 and may not start the compressor, or runs erratically.
|
Compressor Start Device / PTC Relay Fault | View Details |
| F6 |
Freezer displays F6 and does not cool properly; compressor may not run.
|
Compressor Motor or Overload Protector Fault | View Details |
| F7 |
Freezer shows F7 and interior light or fan may not work correctly; display may flicker.
|
Door Switch / Door Sensor Fault | View Details |
| F8 |
Freezer displays F8 and may not respond correctly to temperature setting changes.
|
User Interface / Keypad Communication Fault | View Details |
| F9 |
Freezer shows F9 and may run the fan or compressor unexpectedly or not at all.
|
Main Control Board Fault | View Details |
| LO |
Display shows LO or a very low temperature indication; food may be over-frozen and ice forming excessively.
|
Temperature Regulation / Thermostat Calibration Fault | View Details |
| – |
Condensation or moisture forming on the outside of the freezer cabinet or around the door gasket.
|
Cabinet Condensation / Mullion Heater Issue | View Details |
| – |
Excessive frost build-up on the back wall or around the evaporator, reducing storage space.
|
Frost Accumulation / Defrost System Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer displays temperature but does not respond to button presses or setting changes.
|
User Interface Lockup / Button Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer door does not close properly or pops open by itself.
|
Door Alignment / Seal Issue | View Details |
| – |
Freezer interior fan is very noisy or does not run, causing uneven temperatures.
|
Evaporator Fan Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer interior light works but compressor and fan do not start; no humming sound.
|
No Start / Control or Power Circuit Issue | View Details |
| – |
Freezer is leaking water onto the floor at the front or underneath.
|
Defrost Drain Blockage / Water Management Issue | View Details |
| – |
Freezer is too cold; food is rock hard and frost is heavy even at normal settings.
|
Overcooling / Thermostat or Sensor Misregulation | View Details |
| – |
Freezer makes a high-pitched whine or squeal from the fan area.
|
Worn Fan Motor Bearings | View Details |
| – |
Freezer makes loud buzzing or humming noise from the compressor area.
|
Compressor Start or Mounting Noise | View Details |
| – |
Freezer makes loud rattling or knocking noises, especially when the compressor starts or stops.
|
Mechanical Vibration / Loose Components | View Details |
| – |
Freezer not cooling at all; interior is warm, light may work but no cold air.
|
Complete Loss of Cooling | View Details |
| – |
Freezer runs but does not get cold enough; temperature is higher than setpoint and ice cream is soft.
|
Insufficient Cooling / Partial Loss of Capacity | View Details |
| – |
Freezer runs constantly and never seems to shut off, though temperature may be acceptable.
|
Continuous Run / Poor Efficiency | View Details |
| – |
Freezer temperature fluctuates widely, sometimes freezing too hard and sometimes too warm.
|
Intermittent Temperature Control | View Details |
| – |
Freezer trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when it starts or after running for a while.
|
Electrical Short or Ground Fault | View Details |
| – |
Interior light does not work but freezer cools normally.
|
Lighting Circuit Failure | View Details |
| – |
Strong chemical or burning smell coming from the freezer, especially from the rear.
|
Overheating Electrical Component | View Details |
| – |
Unpleasant musty or moldy odor inside the freezer, even after cleaning.
|
Odor Contamination / Drain or Gasket Mold | View Details |
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