Danby Refrigerators Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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dF
Danby refrigerator display shows dF or DF and cooling may pause periodically.
Defrost Mode Indication (Not a Fault in Many Models)
dO
Danby refrigerator shows dO or DO and may beep, indicating a door open condition.
Door Open Alarm / Door Switch Fault
E1
Digital Danby refrigerator displays E1 and interior temperature is warmer than setpoint.
Fresh Food Compartment Thermistor Failure
E10
Danby refrigerator displays E10 and the condenser fan may not run, causing the cabinet to run hot on the sides.
Condenser Fan Motor Failure
E2
Digital Danby refrigerator displays E2 and freezer temperature is not stable.
Freezer Compartment Thermistor Failure
E3
Danby refrigerator with electronic controls shows E3 and may not defrost properly (ice buildup on back wall).
Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Thermistor Failure
E4
Danby refrigerator displays E4 and may not defrost; frost accumulates on the evaporator and back wall.
Defrost Heater or Defrost Circuit Failure
E5
Danby refrigerator shows E5 and may run continuously or cycle erratically.
Ambient Temperature Sensor Failure
E6
Danby refrigerator displays E6 and may not respond correctly to temperature settings.
Control Panel / User Interface Communication Error
E7
Danby refrigerator shows E7 and the compressor may not start or may short-cycle.
Compressor Start / Inverter Communication Error
E8
Danby refrigerator displays E8 and interior lights or fans may behave erratically.
Low Voltage or Power Supply Error
E9
Danby refrigerator shows E9 and the evaporator fan may not run or may run at incorrect speed.
Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback / Speed Error
F1
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F1 and does not maintain correct temperature.
Cabinet Temperature Sensor Error
F2
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F2 and may run continuously or not cool properly.
Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Sensor Error (Compact Units)
F3
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F3 and may show incorrect temperature readings.
Ambient Sensor Error (Compact Units)
F4
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F4 and may not cool at all.
Compressor or Cooling Module Failure (Compact Units)
F5
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F5 and the fan may not run.
Fan Motor Error (Compact Units)
H1
Danby refrigerator displays H1 or HI and the temperature reading flashes, indicating high temperature.
High Temperature Alarm Condition
L1
Danby refrigerator displays L1 or LO and the temperature reading flashes, indicating low temperature (overcooling).
Low Temperature Alarm / Overcooling
Symptom
Condensation or water droplets forming on the exterior cabinet or around door gaskets.
Condensation Due to High Humidity or Mullion Heater Issue
Symptom
Excessive frost buildup in freezer, especially around door opening and on food packages.
Air Infiltration / Door Seal Leak
Symptom
Freezer is cold but fresh food section is warm; little or no air coming from vents into refrigerator compartment.
Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Fresh Food
Symptom
Ice buildup on the evaporator coil but not defrosting fully; refrigerator cools poorly after a few days.
Partial Defrost or Sensor Calibration Issue
Symptom
Ice maker (if equipped) not producing ice, but freezer is cold.
Ice Maker Fill or Harvest Failure
Symptom
Interior light does not turn on when door is opened, but refrigerator cools normally.
Door Switch or Light Circuit Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator and freezer both warm; compressor not running; interior lights still work.
Compressor Start Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator door alarm beeps even when doors appear closed (models with alarm feature).
False Door Open Detection
Symptom
Refrigerator door does not close properly or pops open; warm air enters and causes frost or condensation.
Door Alignment or Gasket Seal Problem
Symptom
Refrigerator has a chemical, burning, or electrical smell, especially from the rear.
Overheating Electrical Component or Wiring
Symptom
Refrigerator has a strong musty or moldy odor inside.
Internal Odor Contamination
Symptom
Refrigerator is unusually noisy with a chattering or clicking sound from the rear.
Compressor Start Device or Relay Chatter
Symptom
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath.
Defrost Drain Clog or Drain Pan Overflow
Symptom
Refrigerator lights work but compressor and fans do not run; display may be blank or frozen.
Control Board Logic Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator makes a loud grinding or squealing noise from the freezer area.
Evaporator Fan Motor Bearing Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator makes loud buzzing, rattling, or vibrating noises during operation.
Mechanical Vibration or Loose Component Noise
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; frost buildup on back freezer wall.
Defrost System Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator runs constantly but does not get cold enough; sides may feel warm; no heavy frost on evaporator.
Sealed System / Refrigerant Loss or Weak Compressor
Symptom
Refrigerator temperature fluctuates widely; sometimes too warm, sometimes freezing items.
Temperature Control or Sensor Inaccuracy
Symptom
Refrigerator vibrates excessively or rocks when doors are opened or closed.
Cabinet Leveling and Installation Issue
Symptom
Refrigerator will not start at all; no lights, no display, no sounds.
No Power / Electrical Supply Failure
Symptom
Water leaking inside the fresh food compartment, often under crisper drawers.
Blocked Refrigerator Drain or Air Return
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| dF |
Danby refrigerator display shows dF or DF and cooling may pause periodically.
|
Defrost Mode Indication (Not a Fault in Many Models) | View Details |
| dO |
Danby refrigerator shows dO or DO and may beep, indicating a door open condition.
|
Door Open Alarm / Door Switch Fault | View Details |
| E1 |
Digital Danby refrigerator displays E1 and interior temperature is warmer than setpoint.
|
Fresh Food Compartment Thermistor Failure | View Details |
| E10 |
Danby refrigerator displays E10 and the condenser fan may not run, causing the cabinet to run hot on the sides.
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Condenser Fan Motor Failure | View Details |
| E2 |
Digital Danby refrigerator displays E2 and freezer temperature is not stable.
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Freezer Compartment Thermistor Failure | View Details |
| E3 |
Danby refrigerator with electronic controls shows E3 and may not defrost properly (ice buildup on back wall).
|
Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Thermistor Failure | View Details |
| E4 |
Danby refrigerator displays E4 and may not defrost; frost accumulates on the evaporator and back wall.
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Defrost Heater or Defrost Circuit Failure | View Details |
| E5 |
Danby refrigerator shows E5 and may run continuously or cycle erratically.
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Ambient Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| E6 |
Danby refrigerator displays E6 and may not respond correctly to temperature settings.
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Control Panel / User Interface Communication Error | View Details |
| E7 |
Danby refrigerator shows E7 and the compressor may not start or may short-cycle.
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Compressor Start / Inverter Communication Error | View Details |
| E8 |
Danby refrigerator displays E8 and interior lights or fans may behave erratically.
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Low Voltage or Power Supply Error | View Details |
| E9 |
Danby refrigerator shows E9 and the evaporator fan may not run or may run at incorrect speed.
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Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback / Speed Error | View Details |
| F1 |
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F1 and does not maintain correct temperature.
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Cabinet Temperature Sensor Error | View Details |
| F2 |
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F2 and may run continuously or not cool properly.
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Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Sensor Error (Compact Units) | View Details |
| F3 |
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F3 and may show incorrect temperature readings.
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Ambient Sensor Error (Compact Units) | View Details |
| F4 |
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F4 and may not cool at all.
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Compressor or Cooling Module Failure (Compact Units) | View Details |
| F5 |
Danby compact refrigerator or wine cooler displays F5 and the fan may not run.
|
Fan Motor Error (Compact Units) | View Details |
| H1 |
Danby refrigerator displays H1 or HI and the temperature reading flashes, indicating high temperature.
|
High Temperature Alarm Condition | View Details |
| L1 |
Danby refrigerator displays L1 or LO and the temperature reading flashes, indicating low temperature (overcooling).
|
Low Temperature Alarm / Overcooling | View Details |
| – |
Condensation or water droplets forming on the exterior cabinet or around door gaskets.
|
Condensation Due to High Humidity or Mullion Heater Issue | View Details |
| – |
Excessive frost buildup in freezer, especially around door opening and on food packages.
|
Air Infiltration / Door Seal Leak | View Details |
| – |
Freezer is cold but fresh food section is warm; little or no air coming from vents into refrigerator compartment.
|
Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Fresh Food | View Details |
| – |
Ice buildup on the evaporator coil but not defrosting fully; refrigerator cools poorly after a few days.
|
Partial Defrost or Sensor Calibration Issue | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker (if equipped) not producing ice, but freezer is cold.
|
Ice Maker Fill or Harvest Failure | View Details |
| – |
Interior light does not turn on when door is opened, but refrigerator cools normally.
|
Door Switch or Light Circuit Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator and freezer both warm; compressor not running; interior lights still work.
|
Compressor Start Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator door alarm beeps even when doors appear closed (models with alarm feature).
|
False Door Open Detection | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator door does not close properly or pops open; warm air enters and causes frost or condensation.
|
Door Alignment or Gasket Seal Problem | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator has a chemical, burning, or electrical smell, especially from the rear.
|
Overheating Electrical Component or Wiring | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator has a strong musty or moldy odor inside.
|
Internal Odor Contamination | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator is unusually noisy with a chattering or clicking sound from the rear.
|
Compressor Start Device or Relay Chatter | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath.
|
Defrost Drain Clog or Drain Pan Overflow | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator lights work but compressor and fans do not run; display may be blank or frozen.
|
Control Board Logic Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes a loud grinding or squealing noise from the freezer area.
|
Evaporator Fan Motor Bearing Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes loud buzzing, rattling, or vibrating noises during operation.
|
Mechanical Vibration or Loose Component Noise | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; frost buildup on back freezer wall.
|
Defrost System Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs constantly but does not get cold enough; sides may feel warm; no heavy frost on evaporator.
|
Sealed System / Refrigerant Loss or Weak Compressor | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator temperature fluctuates widely; sometimes too warm, sometimes freezing items.
|
Temperature Control or Sensor Inaccuracy | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator vibrates excessively or rocks when doors are opened or closed.
|
Cabinet Leveling and Installation Issue | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator will not start at all; no lights, no display, no sounds.
|
No Power / Electrical Supply Failure | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking inside the fresh food compartment, often under crisper drawers.
|
Blocked Refrigerator Drain or Air Return | View Details |
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