Hotpoint Refrigerators Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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E0
Refrigerator display shows E0 and cooling performance is reduced or intermittent.
Main Control Board Communication Fault
E1
Refrigerator display shows E1 and fresh food compartment temperature is incorrect or fluctuating.
Refrigerator Compartment Thermistor Fault
E10
Display shows E10 and the water dispenser or ice maker may not function correctly.
Water Inlet Valve / Flow Sensor Fault
E11
Display shows E11 and the door alarm may sound even when doors are closed.
Door Switch / Reed Sensor Fault
E12
Display shows E12 and the internal lights may flicker or not operate correctly.
LED Lighting Circuit Fault
E13
Display shows E13 and the refrigerator may not respond to temperature adjustments.
User Interface / Display Board Communication Fault
E14
Display shows E14 and the refrigerator may run continuously or not reach set temperatures.
Compressor Run Sensor / Current Sensor Fault
E15
Display shows E15 and the refrigerator may shut down unexpectedly or show erratic behavior after power events.
EEPROM / Configuration Data Error
E2
Freezer temperature is incorrect and the display shows E2.
Freezer Compartment Thermistor Fault
E3
Display shows E3 and the evaporator fan in the freezer may not run or runs erratically.
Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback / Circuit Fault
E4
Refrigerator shows E4 and may not defrost properly, with frost buildup on the freezer back wall.
Defrost Sensor / Defrost Thermistor Fault
E5
Display shows E5 and the refrigerator may not defrost, leading to heavy ice buildup and poor cooling.
Defrost Heater Circuit Fault
E6
Display shows E6 and the ice maker or ice compartment temperature is abnormal.
Ice Maker / Ice Compartment Thermistor Fault
E7
Display shows E7 and the ambient temperature reading is incorrect or the unit behaves oddly in normal room conditions.
Ambient Temperature Sensor Fault
E8
Display shows E8 and the condenser fan may not run, causing the sides or back of the refrigerator to feel very hot.
Condenser Fan Motor Fault
E9
Display shows E9 and the compressor may not start or may short-cycle frequently.
Compressor Start / Inverter Communication Fault
F1
Display shows F1 and the refrigerator compartment temperature is too warm or reading incorrectly.
Fresh Food Temperature Sensor Error
F2
Display shows F2 and the freezer temperature is not controlled correctly.
Freezer Temperature Sensor Error
F3
Display shows F3 and the defrost cycle does not operate correctly, causing frost buildup.
Defrost Sensor / Thermostat Error
F4
Display shows F4 and the evaporator fan may not run, leading to poor cooling and uneven temperatures.
Evaporator Fan Error
F5
Display shows F5 and the condenser fan may not operate, causing overheating at the back of the unit.
Condenser Fan Error
F6
Display shows F6 and the ice maker may not harvest or fill correctly.
Ice Maker Error
F7
Display shows F7 and the water dispenser may not operate or may run continuously.
Dispenser Switch / Valve Error
F8
Display shows F8 and the refrigerator may not cool, with the compressor not running.
Compressor Start Error
F9
Display shows F9 and the refrigerator may show erratic operation after power interruptions.
Power Supply / Voltage Error
Symptom
Both refrigerator and freezer are warm; compressor not running; no error code.
Compressor Not Running
Symptom
Clicking sound every few minutes, compressor tries to start but shuts off; refrigerator not cooling.
Compressor Hard Start / Overload Tripping
Symptom
Condenser coils heavily covered in dust; refrigerator running hot and long cycles.
Restricted Condenser Airflow
Symptom
Display panel buttons unresponsive or intermittent; cooling otherwise normal.
User Interface Keypad Failure
Symptom
Doors not sealing properly; condensation or frost around door openings.
Door Gasket Failure / Door Misalignment
Symptom
Freezer cold but refrigerator section too warm; no error code.
Evaporator Fan Not Circulating Air
Symptom
High-pitched squealing or chirping noise from freezer area.
Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear
Symptom
Ice buildup on freezer floor or under bottom drawer.
Defrost Drain Freezing / Air Leak
Symptom
Ice cubes are small, hollow, or cloudy; dispenser slow.
Low Water Flow to Ice Maker
Symptom
Ice maker not producing ice; ice bin empty; no error code.
Ice Maker No Production
Symptom
Refrigerator interior light stays on when door is closed, causing warm compartment.
Door Switch Stuck or Misaligned
Symptom
Refrigerator makes loud knocking, banging, or rattling noises during operation.
Mechanical Vibration / Fan or Compressor Noise
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; no error code displayed.
Air Damper Failure / Blocked Airflow
Symptom
Refrigerator runs but temperature is too cold, freezing food in fresh food compartment.
Temperature Control / Sensor Calibration Issue
Symptom
Refrigerator runs constantly and still not cold enough; heavy frost on freezer back wall.
Defrost System Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator warm, but condenser fan and compressor both not running while interior lights work.
Main Control Board Output Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator will not start at all; display off; interior lights off.
No Power / Main Supply Issue
Symptom
Strong musty or sour odor inside refrigerator even after cleaning.
Persistent Odor / Drain and Airflow Contamination
Symptom
Water dispenser not working but ice maker still produces ice.
Dispenser Line or Switch Issue
Symptom
Water leaking inside refrigerator, pooling under crisper drawers.
Clogged Defrost Drain
Symptom
Water leaking onto floor from front or rear of refrigerator.
External Leak from Water System
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| E0 |
Refrigerator display shows E0 and cooling performance is reduced or intermittent.
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Main Control Board Communication Fault | View Details |
| E1 |
Refrigerator display shows E1 and fresh food compartment temperature is incorrect or fluctuating.
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Refrigerator Compartment Thermistor Fault | View Details |
| E10 |
Display shows E10 and the water dispenser or ice maker may not function correctly.
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Water Inlet Valve / Flow Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E11 |
Display shows E11 and the door alarm may sound even when doors are closed.
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Door Switch / Reed Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E12 |
Display shows E12 and the internal lights may flicker or not operate correctly.
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LED Lighting Circuit Fault | View Details |
| E13 |
Display shows E13 and the refrigerator may not respond to temperature adjustments.
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User Interface / Display Board Communication Fault | View Details |
| E14 |
Display shows E14 and the refrigerator may run continuously or not reach set temperatures.
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Compressor Run Sensor / Current Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E15 |
Display shows E15 and the refrigerator may shut down unexpectedly or show erratic behavior after power events.
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EEPROM / Configuration Data Error | View Details |
| E2 |
Freezer temperature is incorrect and the display shows E2.
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Freezer Compartment Thermistor Fault | View Details |
| E3 |
Display shows E3 and the evaporator fan in the freezer may not run or runs erratically.
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Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback / Circuit Fault | View Details |
| E4 |
Refrigerator shows E4 and may not defrost properly, with frost buildup on the freezer back wall.
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Defrost Sensor / Defrost Thermistor Fault | View Details |
| E5 |
Display shows E5 and the refrigerator may not defrost, leading to heavy ice buildup and poor cooling.
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Defrost Heater Circuit Fault | View Details |
| E6 |
Display shows E6 and the ice maker or ice compartment temperature is abnormal.
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Ice Maker / Ice Compartment Thermistor Fault | View Details |
| E7 |
Display shows E7 and the ambient temperature reading is incorrect or the unit behaves oddly in normal room conditions.
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Ambient Temperature Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E8 |
Display shows E8 and the condenser fan may not run, causing the sides or back of the refrigerator to feel very hot.
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Condenser Fan Motor Fault | View Details |
| E9 |
Display shows E9 and the compressor may not start or may short-cycle frequently.
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Compressor Start / Inverter Communication Fault | View Details |
| F1 |
Display shows F1 and the refrigerator compartment temperature is too warm or reading incorrectly.
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Fresh Food Temperature Sensor Error | View Details |
| F2 |
Display shows F2 and the freezer temperature is not controlled correctly.
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Freezer Temperature Sensor Error | View Details |
| F3 |
Display shows F3 and the defrost cycle does not operate correctly, causing frost buildup.
|
Defrost Sensor / Thermostat Error | View Details |
| F4 |
Display shows F4 and the evaporator fan may not run, leading to poor cooling and uneven temperatures.
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Evaporator Fan Error | View Details |
| F5 |
Display shows F5 and the condenser fan may not operate, causing overheating at the back of the unit.
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Condenser Fan Error | View Details |
| F6 |
Display shows F6 and the ice maker may not harvest or fill correctly.
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Ice Maker Error | View Details |
| F7 |
Display shows F7 and the water dispenser may not operate or may run continuously.
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Dispenser Switch / Valve Error | View Details |
| F8 |
Display shows F8 and the refrigerator may not cool, with the compressor not running.
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Compressor Start Error | View Details |
| F9 |
Display shows F9 and the refrigerator may show erratic operation after power interruptions.
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Power Supply / Voltage Error | View Details |
| – |
Both refrigerator and freezer are warm; compressor not running; no error code.
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Compressor Not Running | View Details |
| – |
Clicking sound every few minutes, compressor tries to start but shuts off; refrigerator not cooling.
|
Compressor Hard Start / Overload Tripping | View Details |
| – |
Condenser coils heavily covered in dust; refrigerator running hot and long cycles.
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Restricted Condenser Airflow | View Details |
| – |
Display panel buttons unresponsive or intermittent; cooling otherwise normal.
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User Interface Keypad Failure | View Details |
| – |
Doors not sealing properly; condensation or frost around door openings.
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Door Gasket Failure / Door Misalignment | View Details |
| – |
Freezer cold but refrigerator section too warm; no error code.
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Evaporator Fan Not Circulating Air | View Details |
| – |
High-pitched squealing or chirping noise from freezer area.
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Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear | View Details |
| – |
Ice buildup on freezer floor or under bottom drawer.
|
Defrost Drain Freezing / Air Leak | View Details |
| – |
Ice cubes are small, hollow, or cloudy; dispenser slow.
|
Low Water Flow to Ice Maker | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker not producing ice; ice bin empty; no error code.
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Ice Maker No Production | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator interior light stays on when door is closed, causing warm compartment.
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Door Switch Stuck or Misaligned | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes loud knocking, banging, or rattling noises during operation.
|
Mechanical Vibration / Fan or Compressor Noise | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; no error code displayed.
|
Air Damper Failure / Blocked Airflow | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs but temperature is too cold, freezing food in fresh food compartment.
|
Temperature Control / Sensor Calibration Issue | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs constantly and still not cold enough; heavy frost on freezer back wall.
|
Defrost System Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator warm, but condenser fan and compressor both not running while interior lights work.
|
Main Control Board Output Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator will not start at all; display off; interior lights off.
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No Power / Main Supply Issue | View Details |
| – |
Strong musty or sour odor inside refrigerator even after cleaning.
|
Persistent Odor / Drain and Airflow Contamination | View Details |
| – |
Water dispenser not working but ice maker still produces ice.
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Dispenser Line or Switch Issue | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking inside refrigerator, pooling under crisper drawers.
|
Clogged Defrost Drain | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking onto floor from front or rear of refrigerator.
|
External Leak from Water System | View Details |
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