# GE washers error codes | Costolio URL: https://costolio.com/home/appliances/ge/ge-washers/ Updated: 2026-11-02 # GE washers error codes 8 washer error codes for GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer), GE Profile UltraFast Combo washer/dryer, what each one means and what to try, paraphrased from GE's own sources. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your own manual. ## All codes - [H2O SUPPLY / IE](https://costolio.com#h2o-supply-ie) Water is not entering the washer. - [CAnCELEd](https://costolio.com#canceled) The washer was paused over 24 hours or stopped itself early. - [Lid](https://costolio.com#lid) Three cycles were started without opening the lid. - [dE](https://costolio.com#de) The lid is open. - [UE](https://costolio.com#ue) The load is unbalanced. - [FE](https://costolio.com#fe) Water has reached a critical level. - [353](https://costolio.com#353) Usually a lint filter clogged with fabric softener residue. - [18](https://costolio.com#18) The pump filter needs cleaning; loads may come out very wet. ## H2O SUPPLY / IE on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: Water is not entering the washer. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Make sure both supply valves are turned on. - Wait out the 4-minute lockout (unplugging restarts the timer), then start again. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## CAnCELEd on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: The washer was paused over 24 hours or stopped itself early. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Wait out the 4 minute lock-out period, then begin the cycle again; contact service if the problem persists. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## Lid on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: Three cycles were started without opening the lid. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Open and close the lid, then start a new cycle. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## dE on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: The lid is open. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Close the lid. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## UE on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: The load is unbalanced. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Spread the laundry evenly and make sure the washer is level. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## FE on GE washers with electronic controls (2017 and newer) What it means: Water has reached a critical level. This one often needs a licensed technician. ### What to try - Turn off the water and power to the washer and call service. Source: [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) ## 353 on GE Profile UltraFast Combo washer/dryer What it means: Usually a lint filter clogged with fabric softener residue. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Clean the lint filter. Source: [GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=000063878) (checked 2026-11-02) ## 18 on GE Profile UltraFast Combo washer/dryer What it means: The pump filter needs cleaning; loads may come out very wet. You can usually fix this yourself. ### What to try - Clean the pump filter. Source: [GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=000063878) (checked 2026-11-02) ### Sources - [Washer - Consumer Help Indicator (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=35949) (checked 2026-11-02) - [GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages (GE Appliances Support)](https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=000063878) (checked 2026-11-02) Brand names and model names are trademarks of their owners. 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