GE / General Electric Appliance Error Codes
Washing Machine
Top-load and front-load washer alerts for water supply, lid, load balance, and overfill conditions. GE frequently uses help messages in addition to true fault codes.
H2O
FLOW
FLOW
Water Supply / Pressure Sensing Fault
Washer is not sensing normal incoming water or the pressure sensor signal is invalid
What This Means
On GE front-load washers, the “H2O Supply” message appears when the machine detects a water supply problem or a pressure-sensor-related fill issue. The washer will usually run the drain pump for about 4 minutes as a safety step before allowing another attempt.
Common Causes
- Hot or cold supply valve turned off
- Very low household water pressure
- Kinked supply hose or restricted inlet flow
- Pressure sensor or pressure-sensing circuit fault
What You Can Try
Confirm both water valves are fully open. Check the inlet hoses for kinks and wait for the 4-minute lockout to finish before retrying. If the message comes back with water supply confirmed, the washer likely needs service.
dE
Lid Open Pause
Cycle paused because the lid is open
What This Means
GE uses dE on certain top-load models to indicate the lid has been opened. The washer pauses the cycle and waits for the lid to be closed and the cycle to be restarted.
Common Causes
- Lid opened during wash or spin
- Lid not fully closed
- Lid strike not engaging the lock/switch correctly
What You Can Try
Close the lid fully and press Start/Pause to resume. If dE appears with the lid closed, inspect the lid strike area for misalignment or damage and arrange service if needed.
UE
Unbalanced Load
Laundry load is off-balance and the washer cannot reach full spin speed
What This Means
UE indicates the basket load is uneven. The washer will try to correct the imbalance automatically, but if it cannot, the cycle may end with wetter-than-normal clothes.
Common Causes
- Single heavy item washing by itself
- Bulky items tangled on one side of the basket
- Washer not level on the floor
What You Can Try
Redistribute the load evenly in the basket and run Drain & Spin or Spin again. Check that the washer is level if this message happens often with normal loads.
FE
Critical Water Level
Water has reached a critical level and the washer has gone into protection mode
What This Means
FE indicates GE has detected a critical overfill condition. This is a protective shutdown message and should be treated as a potentially serious fill-system or sensing problem.
Common Causes
- Pressure sensor malfunction
- Stuck or leaking inlet valve
- Wiring issue in the water-level sensing circuit
What You Can Try
Turn off both water supply valves and disconnect power to the washer. Do not keep retrying cycles. Service is recommended before the washer is used again.
LID
LOCK
LOCK
Lid Must Be Opened
Washer will not begin another cycle until the lid has been opened
What This Means
On some GE top-load models, “Lid” or the Lid Locked indicator appears if three cycles have been started without opening the lid. This is a normal control logic prompt rather than a major internal fault.
Common Causes
- Several cycles run back-to-back without opening the lid
- User assumes the previous cycle fully reset on its own
- Occasional lid-switch recognition issue
What You Can Try
Open the lid, then close it and start a new cycle. If the message persists after opening the lid, the lid switch or lock may need service.
CAN
CEL
CEL
Cycle Cancel / Timeout Condition
Cycle was paused too long or stopped after certain errors
What This Means
“CANCELED” can scroll on the washer display when a cycle has been paused for an extended period or when the washer stopped itself before the cycle finished due to certain faults.
Common Causes
- Cycle paused for more than 24 hours
- Previous cycle interrupted by a supply or control issue
- User unplugged the machine during lockout
What You Can Try
Allow the lockout period to finish and then start a fresh cycle. If the message repeatedly returns, the washer may have an underlying fault that needs diagnosis.
Dryer
Front-load dryers and the GE Profile UltraFast Combo use a mix of fault codes and status messages for airflow, filter, drain, door, and setup issues.
353
Lint Filter Restriction
Combo dryer airflow is restricted because the lint filter is clogged with residue
What This Means
On the GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer, code 353 most often means the lint filter is clogged with fabric softener residue. Airflow drops, drying performance suffers, and the machine flags the condition.
Common Causes
- Foam filter loaded with lint and softener residue
- Plastic mesh screen clogged
- Filter not cleaned deeply enough between dry cycles
What You Can Try
Remove the lint filter, separate the foam and screen, rinse the foam with warm water, and clean the screen with water and a soft brush. Reinstall the filter and run a wash & dry cycle again.
18
Pump Filter / Drain Restriction
Combo is not draining correctly and dry performance may drop
What This Means
On the GE Profile UltraFast Combo, code 18 points to a drain-area restriction. GE notes that users may also see wetter loads after washing or longer dry times when this happens.
Common Causes
- Pump filter blocked by lint or loose items
- Drain hose pushed too far down into the standpipe
- Partial drain restriction reducing water removal
What You Can Try
Clean the drain pump filter and verify the drain hose is not inserted too deeply into the standpipe. Retry the cycle after restoring proper drainage.
CHECK
VENT
VENT
Vent Sensor Alert
Dryer has detected low exhaust airflow through the vent
What This Means
On dryers equipped with the Check Vent sensor, this alert means the exhaust airflow is low. Poor venting traps heat and humidity inside the drum, lengthens dry times, and can become a lint safety hazard.
Common Causes
- Vent duct clogged with lint
- Outside wall cap not opening freely
- Bird or pest nest in the exhaust path
- Crushed or restricted vent duct
What You Can Try
Unplug the dryer, disconnect the duct, clean the vent path, and inspect the outside wall cap for blockage. GE recommends cleaning the vent as soon as possible when this alert appears.
VENT
BLOCKED
BLOCKED
Front-Load Dryer Vent Sensing Alert
Dryer detected repeated airflow blockage during operation
What This Means
On supported front-load dryers, “VENT BLOCKED” appears when the dryer senses restricted airflow, such as a clogged duct or blocked vent hood. The alert clears after the blockage is removed and the dryer confirms better airflow.
Common Causes
- Lint build-up in vent run
- Outside hood stuck closed
- Long or poorly routed vent duct
What You Can Try
Clean the ductwork and wall cap thoroughly, then run the dryer again. If the message keeps returning with a clean short vent, the appliance itself may need service.
CLEAN
FILTER
FILTER
Lint Filter Reminder
Reminder message appears after a cycle even if the filter is already clean
What This Means
On some GE dryers, “Clean Filter” is only a reminder message and is not sensor-based. It appears after each cycle and stays on the display until the next load is started.
Common Causes
- Normal reminder behavior
- Electronic-control reminder timer
What You Can Try
Clean the lint filter anyway, especially after every load. If fabric softener residue is present, wash the filter with warm soapy water periodically.
1 / 2
Personality Setting Not Selected
Dryer setup mode is waiting for the correct appliance type selection
What This Means
On some 2019-and-newer GE dryers, a “1” or “2” in the display can indicate the dryer needs its personality setting chosen before it will run.
Common Causes
- Control board replaced or reset
- Initial setup not completed
- Dryer not configured for electric vs. gas platform
What You Can Try
Press Start to toggle between valid personalities. Select “1” for an electric dryer or “2” for a gas dryer, then confirm the setting and retry operation.
DOOR
OPEN
OPEN
Door Not Fully Closed
Combo will not start because the door is not latched
What This Means
On the GE Profile UltraFast Combo, the “DOOR OPEN” message appears when a cycle is started without the door being fully closed.
Common Causes
- Door not pushed closed completely
- Laundry trapped in the door opening
- Latch not engaging properly
What You Can Try
Open the door, clear any trapped clothing, then close it firmly and restart the cycle. If the message appears with the door shut, the latch may need service.
Refrigerator
Common GE refrigerator display codes for temperature, power interruption, demo mode, and defrost-control issues.
FF
Temperature Rising Too High
Freezer temperature is climbing and frozen food may be thawing
What This Means
FF on GE refrigerator controls means freezer temperature is rising high enough that frozen food should be checked for thawing. This is a real cooling-performance warning, not just a cosmetic alert.
Common Causes
- Door left ajar
- Heavy warm-food load recently added
- Airflow blocked inside freezer
- Developing sealed-system or defrost issue
What You Can Try
Check both doors for full closure, verify the freezer is not packed tightly against the air vents, and confirm the unit is cooling normally. If FF returns or food begins softening, service is recommended.
PF
Power Failure
Refrigerator lost electrical power and has restarted
What This Means
PF indicates the refrigerator experienced a power interruption. The control has rebooted and is notifying you that cooling may have been interrupted temporarily.
Common Causes
- Utility outage
- Breaker trip or outlet interruption
- Unit unplugged and reconnected
What You Can Try
Reset the clock or controls if required and check food temperatures. If PF appears repeatedly without a known outage, inspect the outlet and power supply.
DE
Demo Mode
Lights and controls operate but the cooling system is disabled
What This Means
DE means the refrigerator is in Demo mode. In this mode the lights and control panel work normally, but the sealed cooling system is intentionally disabled.
Common Causes
- Display demo mode activated during setup
- Control reset entered a showroom state
What You Can Try
Unplug the refrigerator for a minute or two and reconnect it. If DE remains on the display, GE recommends contacting support with the model number for the correct model-specific exit steps.
dE
Defrost System Warning
Defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours
What This Means
GE uses lowercase dE to indicate the defrost system has not operated properly within the last 24 hours. Frost accumulation and poor airflow may follow if the condition continues.
Common Causes
- Defrost heater or sensor issue
- Control board not completing defrost cycles
- Evaporator frost build-up
What You Can Try
Reset power to the refrigerator for a minute or two. If dE returns, cooling performance should be watched closely and service should be scheduled.
CC
Temperature Control Setting Problem
Refrigerator temperature controls are not set correctly
What This Means
CC is a control-setting check message. GE indicates it appears when the refrigerator temperature controls are incorrect for normal operation.
Common Causes
- Temperature settings changed accidentally
- Controls not restored after a power interruption
- User set compartment temperatures too warm
What You Can Try
Review and correct the refrigerator and freezer temperature settings, then allow time for the compartments to stabilize.
tC / tF
TurboCool / TurboFreeze Active
Normal feature indicator — not a fault code
What This Means
GE notes that tC and tF can look like errors, but they are normal function codes. They indicate TurboCool or TurboFreeze has been activated.
Common Causes
- TurboCool selected to rapidly cool fresh food section
- TurboFreeze selected to rapidly pull down freezer temperature
What You Can Try
No repair action is needed. Let the quick-cooling feature complete or turn it off if no longer needed.
Dishwasher
GE dishwashers have one of the largest published code lists, covering delay start, draining, heating, leak protection, and water-pressure problems.
1H
Delay Start Active
Dishwasher is waiting to begin the cycle
What This Means
A number followed by H, such as 1H, means the dishwasher is in Delay Start mode. This is not a breakdown — it is simply counting down before the wash cycle begins.
Common Causes
- Delay Start option selected
- User mistook the timer for an error
What You Can Try
Cancel Delay Start if you want the cycle to begin immediately, or let the countdown finish.
C1
Drain Pump-Out Too Long
Drain pump-out exceeded 2 minutes
What This Means
C1 indicates the dishwasher is taking too long to pump water out during the drain portion of the cycle.
Common Causes
- Clogged air gap
- Drain hose kinked or routed poorly
- Food disposer inlet blocked
What You Can Try
Clean the air gap, reposition or replace the hose if needed, and run the disposer to clear the drain connection. If the code returns, service is recommended.
C3
Will Not Drain
Dishwasher failed to drain water from the tub
What This Means
C3 is GE’s straightforward no-drain code. Water is not leaving the tub as expected.
Common Causes
- Drain path blockage
- Pump issue
- Temporary control interruption
What You Can Try
Shut power off at the breaker for about 30 seconds to reset the dishwasher. If C3 comes back, the drain system likely needs service.
C4
Overfill / Float Switch / Sump Issue
Machine filled twice or the float/sump system is not responding normally
What This Means
C4 can indicate the machine filled twice after a power failure, or that the float switch is stuck/failed, or that the drain/sump area is clogged.
Common Causes
- Float stuck under its cover
- Debris in the sump area
- Float-switch failure
- Interrupted cycle after a power event
What You Can Try
Press Start and then Cancel/Reset. Tap the float cover gently to unstick the float and inspect the sump area at the back-bottom of the tub for debris.
C6
Incoming Water Too Cold
Dishwasher senses incoming water temperature is too low
What This Means
C6 means the fill water entering the dishwasher is not hot enough for proper wash performance.
Common Causes
- Household hot water below 120°F
- Long cold-water slug in the supply line
- Other hot-water fixtures being used simultaneously
What You Can Try
Run the nearby faucet until hot before starting the dishwasher, check water-heater temperature, and avoid using showers or the washing machine while the dishwasher fills.
C8
Detergent Cup Blocked
Detergent dispenser cannot open fully
What This Means
C8 indicates the detergent cup is physically blocked from opening during the cycle.
Common Causes
- Pan or tray placed in front of dispenser
- Silverware blocking detergent door
- Overloaded lower rack
What You Can Try
Remove the obstruction, close and latch the door, and wait about 30 seconds for the cup to open.
LEAK /
999
999
Leak Protection Activated
Moisture detected below the dishwasher and the cycle has been cancelled
What This Means
On models with Floor Protect with Alert, GE says “LEAK DETECTED” appears when moisture is sensed below the appliance. On some models, 999 can also indicate a possible leak-detection event.
Common Causes
- Active leak underneath the dishwasher
- Loose hose or seal
- Water collecting in the base pan
What You Can Try
Disconnect power if the unit is beeping and do not continue running cycles. Leak-detection messages usually require service.
H2O / PrS
Low Water / Pressure Sensor Signal Fault
Dishwasher does not like the incoming water condition or pressure sensor signal
What This Means
H2O indicates a low-water situation. PrS indicates the pressure sensor is sending an invalid signal to the control and the cycle may not start or may cancel.
Common Causes
- Kinked inlet hose
- Restricted household water supply
- Pressure sensor or harness issue
- Model-specific fill or sensing fault
What You Can Try
Inspect the inlet hose for kinks and retry on a standard cycle. If H2O appears beyond the 1-Hour Wash exception or if PrS appears, service is usually recommended.
Freezer & Ice Maker
GE publishes separate upright freezer fault codes and also supports refrigerator icemaker diagnostics and indicator-light faults.
CI
Check Icemaker Operation
Refrigerator control is reporting an icemaker-related issue
What This Means
On GE refrigerator displays, CI means the icemaker should be checked for proper operation. This is a general icemaker fault/attention code rather than a single-component diagnosis.
Common Causes
- Icemaker not cycling normally
- Water not reaching the mold
- Ice jam or harvest failure
What You Can Try
Verify the icemaker is switched on, the freezer is cold enough, and the water filter and supply are in good condition. If ice production remains poor, further icemaker diagnosis is needed.
E7
Button Stuck
Upright freezer control thinks a button has been pressed for more than 30 seconds
What This Means
On many GE upright freezers, E7 means a control button is stuck or being read as continuously pressed.
Common Causes
- Keypad physically stuck
- Moisture or residue on the control
- Failed keypad membrane
What You Can Try
Disconnect power for 30 seconds and restore power. If E7 returns, the control interface likely needs service.
E8
Thermistor Shorted
Freezer temperature-sensing thermistor is shorted
What This Means
E8 on GE upright freezers indicates the thermistor is shorted. Without a valid temperature signal, the freezer cannot control temperature accurately.
Common Causes
- Failed thermistor
- Damaged sensor wiring
- Control board reading shorted sensor values
What You Can Try
Disconnect power for 30 seconds and retry. If E8 appears again, GE recommends service and even unplugging the upright freezer until it is repaired.
E9
Thermistor Open
Freezer thermistor circuit is open
What This Means
E9 indicates the upright freezer thermistor circuit is open. This can prevent accurate temperature regulation and should be treated as a serious sensor fault.
Common Causes
- Open sensor circuit
- Broken wire or loose connection
- Failed thermistor
What You Can Try
Reset power once. If E9 returns, move food to a backup freezer if necessary and schedule service.
GREEN
Blink
Blink
Icemaker Harvest Fault / Jam
Icemaker light is blinking because the harvest cycle did not complete normally
What This Means
GE says a flashing green light on the refrigerator icemaker often means the icemaker is not harvesting correctly. A jammed cube, slow harvest, failed heater, or failed motor can all cause it.
Common Causes
- Jammed ice cube blocking the rake
- Harvest cycle taking too long
- Mold heater not warming
- Icemaker motor not rotating correctly
What You Can Try
Turn the icemaker off for 15 seconds, turn it back on, and run GE’s paddle diagnostic. Clear any visible jammed cubes. If the light keeps flashing after the diagnostic, replacement or service is often needed.
Range & Stove
GE range and wall-oven controls share many common oven fault codes for keypads, sensors, overtemperature conditions, cooling fans, and door-lock circuits.
F0 / F1
Keypanel Fault
Control panel or keypad problem detected
What This Means
GE says F0 and F1 usually point to a problem with the keypanel. In many cases the keypanel needs to be replaced.
Common Causes
- Stuck membrane key
- Shorted keypad ribbon or panel
- Failed control interface
What You Can Try
Try a power reset once. If the code comes back, keypad service is usually required.
F2 / F20
Overtemperature Condition
Oven temperature exceeded a preset safety threshold
What This Means
F2 or F20 indicates the oven temperature has exceeded a preset threshold for an unknown reason. This can be associated with sensor, control, or runaway-heating issues.
Common Causes
- Faulty oven sensor
- Stuck relay on control board
- Cooling problem or control failure
What You Can Try
Turn the oven off and let it cool completely. If the code returns, stop using the oven until it is diagnosed.
F3 / F4
Oven Sensor Fault
Temperature sensor circuit is reporting invalid readings
What This Means
GE lists F3 and F4 as common signs that the oven sensor needs to be replaced.
Common Causes
- Failed RTD/oven sensor
- Sensor wiring damage
- Loose sensor connector
What You Can Try
Power-cycle the range once. If the code returns, sensor replacement is the normal repair.
F350
Cooling Fan Circuit Fault
Upper cooling fan circuit problem or cooling fan obstruction detected
What This Means
F350 usually means there is an issue with the upper cooling fan circuit or an obstruction in the cooling fan.
Common Causes
- Cooling fan blocked by debris
- Failed cooling fan motor
- Wiring issue in the fan circuit
What You Can Try
Turn power off to the appliance and allow it to cool. If the code returns after reset, the fan system needs service.
F5 / F8 / FF
Electronic Control Failure
Main electronic control likely needs replacement
What This Means
GE lists F5, F8, and FF among the common codes that usually mean the electronic control needs to be replaced.
Common Causes
- Main control board failure
- Internal relay or logic fault
- Power-event damage
What You Can Try
A brief power reset may clear a one-time glitch, but repeat appearances usually mean the board needs repair or replacement.
F6 / F7
Additional Keypanel Fault
Control panel communication or keypad issue detected
What This Means
F6 and F7 are also commonly associated with a problem in the keypanel on GE ranges and wall ovens.
Common Causes
- Touchpad failure
- Control-panel communication problem
- Ribbon connection issue
What You Can Try
Try a reset at the breaker. If the code returns, professional service is recommended.
F9 / FC
Door Lock Circuit Failure
A component in the door-lock circuit has failed
What This Means
GE says F9 and FC usually mean a component in the door-lock circuit has failed. These are especially common around self-clean functions.
Common Causes
- Failed lock motor or switch
- Door latch circuit issue
- Wiring problem in the lock circuit
What You Can Try
Let the oven cool completely, then reset power once. If the door stays locked or the code returns, service is needed.
BAD
LINE
LINE
Miswired Power Supply
Power is present but the appliance has been wired incorrectly
What This Means
“Bad Line” appears when power is applied to the appliance but the unit is not wired correctly. GE specifically says an installer or electrician should correct the mis-wire.
Common Causes
- Incorrect line-to-line or neutral wiring
- Improper installation after replacement
- Terminal block wiring error
What You Can Try
Do not keep using the appliance. Have a qualified installer or electrician verify the wiring before the range is operated again.
DOOR
LOCK
LOCK
Door Lock / Child Lock Condition
Door-lock circuit or control lockout state is active
What This Means
GE uses several lock-related display messages. “Unlock Door” can appear when the door will not unlock after self-clean. “Loc Door” or “LOC” can reflect a lockout state or flashing door-lock status depending on model and situation.
Common Causes
- Oven still too hot after self-clean
- Child Lockout enabled
- Door latch not returning fully
What You Can Try
Allow more cooling time after self-clean and follow the model’s reset steps for lockout. If the door physically will not unlock after cooling, service is needed.
Cooktop
GE cooktops publish fewer model-wide code meanings than ovens. Induction units often show status indicators and pan-detection warnings rather than detailed numeric faults.
FXX
Digital Control Fault
Cooktop control has detected an internal fault and service is usually required
What This Means
GE’s official cooktop support explains that digital cooktops may display an FXX-style fault code when the control detects an internal problem. Unlike dishwasher and oven pages, GE does not publish a broad consumer-facing list of every cooktop F-code meaning.
Common Causes
- Control board fault
- Touch-control electronics issue
- Internal component failure
What You Can Try
Turn the circuit breaker off for 30 seconds and restore power once. If the fault returns, GE recommends service.
Power
Blink
Blink
Pan Not Detected Correctly
Induction burner does not see the right cookware on the element
What This Means
If the power level flashes on a GE induction burner, the cooktop is usually telling you the cookware is the wrong type, too small, off-center, or not making full contact with the glass.
Common Causes
- Pan is not magnetic / induction-compatible
- Pan base is too small for the element
- Cookware not centered on the marked zone
- Warped pan not contacting the glass properly
What You Can Try
Use a flat magnetic pan, center it on the element, and make sure it meets the minimum size for that burner.
F
Cookware Missing or Mispositioned
Induction cooktop is on but cookware is missing, removed, or not centered
What This Means
GE says the induction cooktop will flash “F” when cookware has been removed from the surface, cookware is not present when the burner is turned on, or cookware is not centered on the element.
Common Causes
- Pan removed from active burner
- Cooktop turned on before pan was placed
- Pan shifted off-center during cooking
What You Can Try
Center the cookware on the element or place compatible cookware on the burner. If the pan is removed for too long, the burner will shut off automatically.
LOCK
Control Lockout Active
Touch controls are locked to prevent accidental activation
What This Means
GE induction cooktops include a control lockout feature. When active, the controls can appear unresponsive even though the appliance is not faulty.
Common Causes
- Control lock touched during cleaning
- Household member enabled lockout intentionally
What You Can Try
Touch and hold the lock control for about five seconds to unlock the panel, then try the burner again.
LOW
POWER
POWER
Supply Power Issue Affecting Induction Performance
Cooktop may not heat correctly because supply voltage is low or absent
What This Means
GE notes that induction performance can be affected by low household supply voltage, such as 208V installations, or by a blown fuse / tripped breaker that leaves the unit without proper power.
Common Causes
- Low incoming voltage
- Tripped breaker or blown fuse
- Power supply issue after installation
What You Can Try
Check the breaker or fuse first. In low-voltage homes, using a lid can help performance, but if burners still do not operate correctly after power is confirmed, service is recommended.
Oven / Microwave
Built-in microwaves and GE Advantium speed ovens share a published set of common sensor, keypad, humidity-sensor, probe, and control faults.
F1
Open Thermal Sensor
Thermal sensor circuit is open
What This Means
GE lists F1 for microwaves and Advantium ovens as an open thermal sensor fault. The control is not receiving a valid heat-sensor reading.
Common Causes
- Failed thermal sensor
- Broken sensor wiring
- Loose connection at the control
What You Can Try
Try a power reset once. If F1 returns, service is normally required.
F2
Shorted Thermal Sensor
Thermal sensor is shorted
What This Means
F2 indicates the thermal sensor circuit is shorted. GE publishes this code for both microwave and Advantium platforms.
Common Causes
- Shorted sensor
- Moisture or wiring short
- Control reading invalid sensor resistance
What You Can Try
Disconnect power briefly and retry. If the code comes back, the sensor or related circuitry needs repair.
F3
Shorted Touch Pad Panel
Touch panel or keypad is shorted
What This Means
F3 means the touch pad panel is shorted. Input commands may become unreliable or the appliance may stop responding altogether.
Common Causes
- Failed membrane keypad
- Moisture intrusion behind control panel
- Touch-panel electronics fault
What You Can Try
Do a single power reset. Persistent F3 generally points to a keypad/control repair.
F4
Humidity Sensor Fault
Humidity sensor circuit is open, shorted, or otherwise invalid
What This Means
GE lists F4 as an open or shorted humidity sensor condition on these microwave-based platforms.
Common Causes
- Failed humidity sensor
- Sensor wiring issue
- Control board fault affecting sensor circuit
What You Can Try
Reset power once. If the code returns, service is recommended.
F6
Probe / High Cavity Temperature Fault
Meaning depends on platform: probe issue on some microwaves, high cavity temperature on 240V Advantium
What This Means
GE uses F6 differently by product family. On the microwave code page it means a shorted temperature probe. On the 240V Advantium page, F6 indicates high cavity temperature detected.
Common Causes
- Probe short or probe-circuit issue
- Overheating inside the cavity
- Sensor or control fault
What You Can Try
Make sure any temperature probe is properly inserted if the model uses one, then reset power once. If F6 returns, professional diagnosis is needed.
F10
Shorted Touch Screen
Touchscreen/control interface is shorted
What This Means
GE lists F10 on its microwave code page as a shorted touch screen fault.
Common Causes
- Failed touch interface
- Control-panel short
- Moisture or contamination behind the screen
What You Can Try
Power-cycle the appliance once. If F10 comes back, the control interface will typically need service.
PROBE
Temperature Probe Missing or Open
Temp-cook function cannot see the probe correctly
What This Means
When the display shows Probe, GE says the temperature probe is open or not plugged in during a temp-cook function.
Common Causes
- Probe not fully inserted into the microwave wall jack
- Probe not inserted into the food item correctly
- Damaged probe
What You Can Try
Firmly insert the probe into the oven receptacle and the food item. Retry the temp-cook function. If Probe remains, the accessory or receptacle may be faulty.
888 / PF
Power Restored
Display reset after installation or a power interruption
What This Means
GE notes that 888, 8888, or PF can appear after initial installation or after a power failure. This is usually not a component fault.
Common Causes
- Recent installation
- Utility outage
- Breaker reset
What You Can Try
Press Cancel/Off or Clear/Off to clear the display, then reset the clock if your model includes one.
POWER
WATCH
WATCH
Electronic Control Issue
Microwave electronic control has an internal problem
What This Means
GE states that 18 power watch code indicates an issue with the electronic control in the microwave. If the control panel goes blank and this message appears, service is required.
Common Causes
- Electronic control failure
- Internal board issue
- Power-event damage
What You Can Try
Sometimes a 30-second breaker reset may clear a temporary issue, but GE notes that repair is often not worthwhile on an out-of-warranty microwave.