Midea 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
Display shows dF and the refrigerator may be stuck in or out of defrost mode, with either warm temperatures or heavy frost.
Defrost Mode Error / Defrost Feedback Fault
dO
Display shows dO and an alarm sounds, indicating a door open condition even when doors appear closed.
Door Open Detection Fault
E0
Refrigerator display shows E0 and cooling performance is unstable or intermittent.
Main Control Board Communication Fault
E1
Refrigerator display shows E1 and fresh food (refrigerator) compartment temperature is inaccurate or fluctuates.
Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure
E2
Display shows E2 and freezer temperature is incorrect or unit runs continuously.
Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure
E3
Display shows E3 and the refrigerator struggles to maintain set temperature or cycles abnormally.
Ambient (Room) Temperature Sensor Failure
E4
Display shows E4 and the freezer or refrigerator section ices up around the evaporator, with poor cooling and fan noise.
Evaporator Defrost Sensor / Defrost Thermistor Failure
E5
Display shows E5 and the refrigerator may not defrost properly, leading to ice buildup and warm temperatures.
Defrost Heater Circuit Fault
E6
Display shows E6 and the ice maker or ice room area does not maintain proper temperature; ice production is poor or stops.
Ice Maker Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure
E7
Display shows E7 and the refrigerator may not respond correctly to door openings (lights or fans behave abnormally).
Door Switch / Door Sensor Fault
E8
Display shows E8 and the refrigerator or freezer fan does not run, or runs erratically, causing poor cooling.
Evaporator Fan Motor Fault
E9
Display shows E9 and the condenser fan at the back of the refrigerator does not run or runs intermittently, causing overheating and poor cooling.
Condenser Fan Motor Fault
EA
Display shows EA and the ice maker stops working or behaves erratically.
Ice Maker Sensor / Position Switch Fault
EC
Display shows EC and the compressor does not start or runs briefly then stops.
Compressor Drive / Inverter Communication Fault
Ed
Display shows Ed and the refrigerator does not defrost properly, with heavy frost on the evaporator.
Defrost System General Error
F1
Display shows F1 and the refrigerator controls do not respond correctly to button presses.
Control Panel Keypad Fault
F2
Display shows F2 and the refrigerator beeps or flashes, with possible erratic temperature control.
Main Control Board Fault
H1
Display shows H1 and the refrigerator compartment temperature is abnormally high.
Refrigerator Compartment High Temperature Alarm
H2
Display shows H2 and the freezer compartment temperature is abnormally high.
Freezer Compartment High Temperature Alarm
H3
Display shows H3 and the ice maker or ice room temperature is too high, causing slow or no ice production.
Ice Room High Temperature Alarm
H4
Display shows H4 and the compressor or condenser area is overheating.
Compressor Overheat / High Temperature Protection
Lo
Display shows Lo or L0 and the refrigerator does not cool or runs at minimum settings.
Low Temperature / Sensor Range Error or Demo Mode
Symptom
Clicking sound every few minutes, compressor attempts to start but shuts off quickly, no cooling.
Compressor Start Failure
Symptom
Condensation or moisture on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet or around door gaskets.
High Humidity / Mullion Heater or Gasket Issue
Symptom
Display and controls unresponsive, but interior lights may still work.
User Interface Board Failure
Symptom
Freezer cold but refrigerator section warm, especially on upper shelves.
Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Refrigerator
Symptom
Freezer not freezing properly, ice cream soft, but refrigerator section seems normal.
Partial Sealed System Restriction or Low Charge
Symptom
Ice maker not making ice, but freezer is cold and water dispenser (if present) works.
Ice Maker Fill or Eject Failure
Symptom
Ice or frost buildup on the back wall of the freezer, with reduced cooling and noisy fan.
Defrost System Failure
Symptom
Rattling or vibrating noise, especially when the compressor starts or stops.
Cabinet Vibration / Loose Components
Symptom
Refrigerator door does not close properly or pops open, causing warm temperatures and frost.
Door Alignment / Gasket Seal Problem
Symptom
Refrigerator emits a strong chemical or burning smell.
Electrical Component Overheating or Insulation Odor
Symptom
Refrigerator interior light not working, but cooling is normal.
Interior Light Circuit Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath.
Clogged Defrost Drain
Symptom
Refrigerator makes a gurgling or hissing sound periodically.
Normal Refrigerant Flow Noise
Symptom
Refrigerator makes loud buzzing or humming noise from the back.
Noisy Compressor or Condenser Fan
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling at all, interior warm in both fridge and freezer, but lights and display work.
Compressor Not Running
Symptom
Refrigerator randomly shuts off and then restarts, or display flickers.
Intermittent Power or Control Board Issue
Symptom
Refrigerator runs constantly and is too cold, freezing food in the fresh food compartment.
Temperature Control / Thermistor Misreading
Symptom
Water dispenser not working, but ice maker still produces ice.
Water Dispenser Flow Failure
Symptom
Water pooling inside the refrigerator compartment, often under crisper drawers.
Blocked Refrigerator Drain or Air Return
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| dF |
Display shows dF and the refrigerator may be stuck in or out of defrost mode, with either warm temperatures or heavy frost.
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Defrost Mode Error / Defrost Feedback Fault | View Details |
| dO |
Display shows dO and an alarm sounds, indicating a door open condition even when doors appear closed.
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Door Open Detection Fault | View Details |
| E0 |
Refrigerator display shows E0 and cooling performance is unstable or intermittent.
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Main Control Board Communication Fault | View Details |
| E1 |
Refrigerator display shows E1 and fresh food (refrigerator) compartment temperature is inaccurate or fluctuates.
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Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| E2 |
Display shows E2 and freezer temperature is incorrect or unit runs continuously.
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Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| E3 |
Display shows E3 and the refrigerator struggles to maintain set temperature or cycles abnormally.
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Ambient (Room) Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| E4 |
Display shows E4 and the freezer or refrigerator section ices up around the evaporator, with poor cooling and fan noise.
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Evaporator Defrost Sensor / Defrost Thermistor Failure | View Details |
| E5 |
Display shows E5 and the refrigerator may not defrost properly, leading to ice buildup and warm temperatures.
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Defrost Heater Circuit Fault | View Details |
| E6 |
Display shows E6 and the ice maker or ice room area does not maintain proper temperature; ice production is poor or stops.
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Ice Maker Compartment Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| E7 |
Display shows E7 and the refrigerator may not respond correctly to door openings (lights or fans behave abnormally).
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Door Switch / Door Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E8 |
Display shows E8 and the refrigerator or freezer fan does not run, or runs erratically, causing poor cooling.
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Evaporator Fan Motor Fault | View Details |
| E9 |
Display shows E9 and the condenser fan at the back of the refrigerator does not run or runs intermittently, causing overheating and poor cooling.
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Condenser Fan Motor Fault | View Details |
| EA |
Display shows EA and the ice maker stops working or behaves erratically.
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Ice Maker Sensor / Position Switch Fault | View Details |
| EC |
Display shows EC and the compressor does not start or runs briefly then stops.
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Compressor Drive / Inverter Communication Fault | View Details |
| Ed |
Display shows Ed and the refrigerator does not defrost properly, with heavy frost on the evaporator.
|
Defrost System General Error | View Details |
| F1 |
Display shows F1 and the refrigerator controls do not respond correctly to button presses.
|
Control Panel Keypad Fault | View Details |
| F2 |
Display shows F2 and the refrigerator beeps or flashes, with possible erratic temperature control.
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Main Control Board Fault | View Details |
| H1 |
Display shows H1 and the refrigerator compartment temperature is abnormally high.
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Refrigerator Compartment High Temperature Alarm | View Details |
| H2 |
Display shows H2 and the freezer compartment temperature is abnormally high.
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Freezer Compartment High Temperature Alarm | View Details |
| H3 |
Display shows H3 and the ice maker or ice room temperature is too high, causing slow or no ice production.
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Ice Room High Temperature Alarm | View Details |
| H4 |
Display shows H4 and the compressor or condenser area is overheating.
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Compressor Overheat / High Temperature Protection | View Details |
| Lo |
Display shows Lo or L0 and the refrigerator does not cool or runs at minimum settings.
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Low Temperature / Sensor Range Error or Demo Mode | View Details |
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Clicking sound every few minutes, compressor attempts to start but shuts off quickly, no cooling.
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Compressor Start Failure | View Details |
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Condensation or moisture on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet or around door gaskets.
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High Humidity / Mullion Heater or Gasket Issue | View Details |
| – |
Display and controls unresponsive, but interior lights may still work.
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User Interface Board Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer cold but refrigerator section warm, especially on upper shelves.
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Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Refrigerator | View Details |
| – |
Freezer not freezing properly, ice cream soft, but refrigerator section seems normal.
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Partial Sealed System Restriction or Low Charge | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker not making ice, but freezer is cold and water dispenser (if present) works.
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Ice Maker Fill or Eject Failure | View Details |
| – |
Ice or frost buildup on the back wall of the freezer, with reduced cooling and noisy fan.
|
Defrost System Failure | View Details |
| – |
Rattling or vibrating noise, especially when the compressor starts or stops.
|
Cabinet Vibration / Loose Components | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator door does not close properly or pops open, causing warm temperatures and frost.
|
Door Alignment / Gasket Seal Problem | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator emits a strong chemical or burning smell.
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Electrical Component Overheating or Insulation Odor | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator interior light not working, but cooling is normal.
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Interior Light Circuit Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath.
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Clogged Defrost Drain | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes a gurgling or hissing sound periodically.
|
Normal Refrigerant Flow Noise | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes loud buzzing or humming noise from the back.
|
Noisy Compressor or Condenser Fan | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling at all, interior warm in both fridge and freezer, but lights and display work.
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Compressor Not Running | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator randomly shuts off and then restarts, or display flickers.
|
Intermittent Power or Control Board Issue | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs constantly and is too cold, freezing food in the fresh food compartment.
|
Temperature Control / Thermistor Misreading | View Details |
| – |
Water dispenser not working, but ice maker still produces ice.
|
Water Dispenser Flow Failure | View Details |
| – |
Water pooling inside the refrigerator compartment, often under crisper drawers.
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Blocked Refrigerator Drain or Air Return | View Details |
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