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Frigidaire dryer error codes: what each one means

This guide covers common confirmed Frigidaire dryer fault codes from display dryers, no-display dryers, and laundry center dryer controls. Use it to match the code to the plain meaning, then start with the safe homeowner check shown in the table. If the code points to wiring, heater, control, or line power testing, use a technician.

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Reading the code

Codes appear on display models as E plus numbers or letters. On some no-display laundry centers, count the red START or PAUSE blinks for the first digit and green blinks for the second digit, with A as 10 through F as 15. A power reset may clear a simple alert; stored history on some models clears from diagnostic mode, such as Select or Dry Temp with Cancel as listed for that model. Some status messages are not faults: LOC is control lock, PAU is paused, PF is power failure, ad is auto dry, dn is cycle done, E00 means no saved fault, Close Dryer Door asks you to close the door, and Clean Lint is a reminder.

Have the model number ready

The company will ask for it first. It's on a sticker or metal plate, usually in one of these spots:

Where the model tag usually is on a dryer12
  1. Inside the door opening, on the frame
  2. Some models: on the back panel

Frigidaire dryer error codes

Includes common codes from Affinity, Gallery, front control dryer tech sheets and laundry center dryer tech sheets. Code sets vary by model; some older dryers use E10 to EAF style codes, while newer laundry centers use E41 to EF6 blink codes.

32 codes

CodeWhat it meansCheck firstUsually
E64The control detected an open heater circuit or failed heater sensing circuit.Needs a technician because this points to an open heater circuit or a failed heater sensing circuit.Usually a technician
E68A console key is stuck or being read as held.Unplug the dryer, then press and release each console button gently to see if one is stuck before restarting.Often a home check
E5BThe control did not see the thermistor temperature change, so it logged a no-heat heater fault.Unplug the dryer, then check the heat setting, household breaker, lint screen, and exhaust airflow before restarting.Often a home check
E4AThe cycle ran past its program time, usually from poor airflow, no heat, heavy load, or dirty sensor bars.Unplug the dryer, clean the lint screen, reduce the load size, and check that the outside vent hood opens before restarting.Often a home check
E8CThe high limit safety thermostat has tripped too many times within a set period of program time.Unplug the dryer, clean the lint screen, and check for a crushed or blocked exhaust duct before restarting.Often a home check
EAFThe control was reset by its internal watchdog timer.Clear the code using the steps for that model and restart; if the code returns, a technician should check the control.Often a home check
EF1Newer laundry center controls detected blocked ventilation or restricted exhaust airflow.Unplug the dryer, clean the lint screen, and check the exhaust duct and outside hood for blockage.Often a home check
E9EOlder Affinity customer code for a line voltage problem, sometimes reported as nine beeps.Needs a technician because the dryer or home circuit has a line voltage problem.Usually a technician
E10 / E11 / E12The control has a memory, checksum, or read and write error.Needs a technician because the control memory or control communication circuit must be diagnosed.Usually a technician
E24 / E25The control thermistor circuit is shorted or open.Needs a technician because the control thermistor circuit must be tested with the dryer unplugged.Usually a technician
E61The heater relay circuit is not switching as expected.Needs a technician because the heater relay circuit and control board must be tested.Usually a technician
E65The high limit thermostat trip count is too high, or the heater thermostat is open on newer laundry centers.Unplug the dryer, clean the lint screen, and check for a blocked exhaust path before restarting.Often a home check
E66The outlet or inlet thermal limiter circuit is open.Needs a technician because a thermal limiter has opened and the overheating cause must be found.Usually a technician
E52The motor start sensing did not match the motor command, or the motor overheated on some models.Unplug the dryer, remove part of the load, let the motor cool for 30 minutes, and restart once.Often a home check
E51 / E53 / E54The drum motor relay, centrifugal switch, or motor sensing circuit is not reading correctly.Needs a technician because the drum motor relay, centrifugal switch, wiring, or main board must be tested.Usually a technician
E63The heater circuit is shorted, grounded, or being sensed as shorted.Needs a technician because the heater circuit may be shorted or grounded.Usually a technician
E67The heater sensing circuit on the main board failed.Needs a technician because the main board heater sensing circuit is the likely failure point.Usually a technician
E42The control did not get the expected closed door reading.Unplug the dryer, make sure nothing is blocking the door latch area, close the door firmly, and restart.Often a home check
E41The door was read as open at the start of the cycle.Close the dryer door fully and restart the cycle.Often a home check
E71 / E72The NTC1 temperature sensor circuit is open or shorted.Needs a technician because the NTC1 temperature sensor circuit or main board must be tested.Usually a technician
E73 / E74The NTC2 temperature sensor circuit is open or shorted.Needs a technician because the NTC2 temperature sensor circuit or main board must be tested.Usually a technician
E31 / E32The moisture contact sensor frequency is out of range high or low.Unplug the dryer and wipe the moisture sensor bars inside the drum with rubbing alcohol on a cloth, then let them dry.Often a home check
E91 / E92The user interface and main board protocol readings are not compatible.Needs a technician because the user interface and main board are not communicating correctly.Usually a technician
E93 / E94 / E97The machine, cycle, or program configuration file is missing or mismatched.Needs a technician because the control configuration or software file must be corrected at the board level.Usually a technician
E9CThe user interface configuration checksum does not match the main board.Needs a technician because the user interface configuration checksum does not match the main board.Usually a technician
EB1Power supply frequency is outside the range the control expects.Needs a technician because incoming power frequency or control configuration must be checked safely.Usually a technician
EB2Incoming voltage is above the control range.Needs a technician because incoming voltage is above the control range.Usually a technician
EB3Incoming voltage is below the control range.Needs a technician because incoming voltage is below the control range.Usually a technician
EB4Line wiring or a line connection is not correct.Needs a technician because line wiring or a line connection must be checked safely.Usually a technician
EBDThe line safe relay is shorted.Needs a technician because the line safe relay on the control is being read as shorted.Usually a technician
EBE / EBFThe line safe relay or its sensing circuit failed.Needs a technician because the line safe relay or its sensing circuit has failed.Usually a technician
EF6A safety reset was recorded, usually from a main board fault.Needs a technician because the main board recorded a safety reset fault.Usually a technician

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Common questions about appliance repair

Can I clear a Frigidaire dryer code myself?

Try a brief power reset, then restart the cycle. If the same code returns, write it down and have a technician check the dryer.

Why does a code come back after I clean the lint screen?

The exhaust duct, outside hood, moisture sensor bars, heater circuit, thermostat, or control may still have a problem. Stop using the dryer if a heat, thermostat, line power, or control code keeps returning.

Do older and newer Frigidaire dryers use the same codes?

No. Older Affinity and Gallery sheets use codes like E4A, E5B, E68, and EAF, while newer laundry centers use E41 through EF6 blink codes.

Is Clean Lint a dryer fault code?

No. Clean Lint is a reminder or advisory light on some laundry centers, and it may blink after a cycle even after the lint screen has been cleaned.

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