E7
GE Appliances Condenser Fan or Ambient Sensor Error

Diagnostic mode shows E7 and the condenser fan or compressor operation is abnormal.

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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

Failed condenser fan motor, Blocked condenser fan, Faulty ambient temperature sensor, Main control board output failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the rear compartment.

  • Inspect condenser fan: Remove the rear lower panel and check that the fan blades spin freely and are not obstructed by debris.
  • Test fan operation: Restore power briefly and observe if the fan runs when the compressor is on. If not, replace the condenser fan motor.
  • Check ambient sensor: Some GE models use an ambient thermistor near the condenser. Inspect and test this sensor if present.
  • Control board: If the fan and sensor are good but E7 remains, the main control board may not be driving the fan correctly and may require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Condenser Fan Motor
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