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GE CleanSpeak dryer

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your GE CleanSpeak 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.

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Error Codes

Error Code
F01 or F03
Condition

Inlet thermistor (temperature sensor) is defective

Check / Repair

The inlet thermistor is on the inlet duct at the back of the dryer. Unplug the dryer and measure the inlet thermistor resistance using a volt/ohm meter. If the resistance isn't 47.6K to 52.4K ohms at 77 degrees F, replace the inlet thermistor.

Possible Parts Required
Inlet thermistor
Error Code
F02 or F04
Condition

Outlet thermistor shorted

Check / Repair

The outlet thermistor is on the blower housing at the front of the dryer. Unplug the dryer and measure the outlet thermistor resistance using a volt/ohm meter. If the resistance isn't 98K to 102K ohms at 77 degrees F, replace the outlet thermistor.

Possible Parts Required
Outlet thermistor
Error Code
F05
Condition

Control board internal failure

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer and replace the control board.

Possible Parts Required
Control board
Error Code
F06
Condition

Stuck button

Check / Repair

Press all the buttons on the control panel to attempt to free the stuck key. If the key remains stuck, replace the control panel.

Possible Parts Required
Control panel
Error Code
F07
Condition

Power supply is miswired

Check / Repair

Unplug the dryer and properly wire the power cord according to the directions in the installation manual.

Error Code
F08
Condition

Door switch stuck closed

Check / Repair

The door is not seen being opened after 5 consecutive completed cycles. The control expects to see the door opened after each completed cycle. If the control sees the door closed for 5 consecutive cycles, the control assumes that the door switch is defective. Unplug the dryer and reconnect any loose wires on the door switch. Replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wires are okay, replace the door switch.

Possible Parts Required
Door switch
Error Code
F09
Condition

Long dry times

Check / Repair

Clean the lint filter. Clear the exhaust vent duct system of any clogs or restrictions. Unplug the dryer and reconnect any loose wires on the heating system. Replace any damaged heating system components.

Possible Parts Required
Heating system components
Error Code
F010
Condition

Empty drum

Check / Repair

The controls detect that a cycle started and the dryer drum is empty. The code clears when you add garments to the drum and start a new cycle.

Error Code
F011
Condition

Dry load

Check / Repair

The controls detect that a cycle started and the garments inside the drum are dry. The code clears when you add wet garments to the drum and start a new cycle.

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