L1
GE Profile Low Temperature Alarm Condition

Display shows L1 and interior temperature is very cold, bottles may be frosting

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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

Incorrect temperature setting, Failed thermistor reading too warm, Stuck compressor relay on control board, Door gasket leaking causing overcooling attempts

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Use caution when handling glass bottles that may be very cold or frosted.

  • Check setpoint: Verify the temperature setting is appropriate for wine storage (typically 45–55°F for whites, 55–65°F for reds). Adjust upward if set too low.
  • Power reset: Unplug the unit for 5 minutes, then restore power to clear any temporary control glitches.
  • Inspect door gasket: Ensure the gasket is sealing evenly. A leaking gasket can cause the unit to run excessively, sometimes overshooting temperature.
  • Sensor check: If the unit continues to run until very cold, the cabinet thermistor may be reading incorrectly. Test and replace the thermistor as described for E1.
  • Control board: If the compressor runs continuously even when the set temperature is reached and the thermistor is good, the compressor relay on the main control board may be stuck closed. Replace the board.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Thermistor
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