Ice Maker Diagnostics

Maytag Ice Maker
Error Codes

Meanings, severity levels, safe checks you can perform, and when to call a technician.

Enter the code shown on your ice maker display

Is it safe to keep using it?

Depends on code severity. Low/Medium codes often allow continued use, High severity requires immediate stop.

Can error codes be reset?

Some codes clear after power cycle. Persistent codes indicate underlying issues needing repair.

When should I stop using it?

Stop immediately for water leak codes, burning smell, or any High severity error.

Most Common Codes

E1 LO HI CL BN DF

All Codes

BN CL DF E1 HI LO

Error Code Directory

Click any code for detailed troubleshooting steps

Low Medium High

Code Meaning Severity Common Symptom

BN Ice bin full detected Low The ice maker halts production because the bin sensor detects a full bin or a blockage in the ice chute. View CL Clean cycle reminder Low The unit pauses normal ice production and awaits a cleaning cycle to maintain water-system hygiene. View DF Defrost / harvest fault Medium Freeze cycle completes but harvest does not release ice. View E1 Temperature sensor fault Medium Cycles may not complete or may run continuously without producing ice. View HI High temperature alarm High Temperature clearly above freezing. View LO Low water pressure or supply Medium Freeze cycle completes without ice because no water entered. View