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Frigidaire dryer

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Frigidaire dryer. For repair how-to help, visit the PartsDirect repair help section, which includes repair help for dryers, other major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. Search for your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts for your dryer.

On models without a digital display, the four indicator lights--Drying, Cool Down, Wrinkle Rid and Clean Lint Filter--flash a number of times to indicate the first digit of the error code. The Start light flashes a number of times to indicate the second digit. The Start light flashes 10 times for the letter A, 11 for B, 12 for C and so on.

Error Codes

Error Code
E10
Condition

Electronic control board communication error

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes to reset the control board. Plug the dryer in and start a cycle. If the code appears, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board
Error Code
E11
Condition

Electronic control board communication error

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes to reset the control board. Plug the dryer in and start a cycle. If the code appears, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board
Error Code
E12
Condition

Electronic control board communication error

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes to reset the control board. Plug the dryer in and start a cycle. If the code appears, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board
Error Code
E24
Condition

Thermistor error

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer. Check the resistance of the thermistor (temperature sensor). It should measure around 50,000 ohms. If it's defective, replace it.

Possible Parts Required
Thermistor
Error Code
E25
Condition

Thermistor error

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer. Check the resistance of the thermistor (temperature sensor). It should measure around 50,000 ohms. If it's defective, replace it.

Possible Parts Required
Thermistor
Error Code
E4A
Condition

Long dry time

Check / Repair

The normal dry time for the cycle has been exceeded. This code usually indicates a problem with the heating system. Unplug the dryer and check the heating element or gas burner components. Replace any defective parts.

Possible Parts Required
Heating system components
Error Code
E5B
Condition

No heat

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer and check the heating system components. For an electric dryer, check the house circuit breakers to see if one has tripped. For a gas dryer, make sure that the gas supply cut-off valve is fully open.

Possible Parts Required
Heating system components
Error Code
E68
Condition

Stuck key on the electronic control board

Check / Repair

If you can't free the stuck key, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board
Error Code
E8C
Condition

Frequent high-limit thermostat trips

Check / Repair

The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. Clear any blockage in the exhaust vent. If the dryer heats constantly because a relay on the electronic control board is stuck, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board
Error Code
EAF
Condition

Electronic control board failure

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes to reset the control board. Plug the dryer in and start a cycle. If the code appears, replace the electronic control board.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control board

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