E0
GE Control Board Communication Fault

GE undercounter ice maker displays E0 and stops making ice or will not start a cycle.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Loose wiring harness at main control board, Failed main control board, Corroded connector at user interface, Power surge damage to control electronics

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the ice maker or switch off the circuit breaker before removing any panels. Water and electricity together are dangerous.

  • Power reset: Disconnect power for 5 minutes, then restore power to see if the E0 code clears. Sometimes a transient communication error will reset.
  • Check harness connections: Remove the front kick plate or top cover (model dependent). Locate the main control board and user interface board. Inspect all wire harness plugs for being fully seated and free of corrosion or burn marks. Reseat each connector firmly.
  • Inspect for moisture damage: Look for signs of condensation or water intrusion on the control board area. If present, dry the area thoroughly and correct any visible leaks before reassembly.
  • Test operation: Restore power and run a test cycle. If E0 returns immediately, the main control board or UI board is likely defective.
  • When to call a technician: If wiring is intact and the code persists, replacement of the main control board should be done by a qualified technician to avoid miswiring or ESD damage.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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