If the code survives the unplug step, call (415) 729-2045 about a GE refrigerator in San Francisco. Say whether the display shows DE or dE, and give the model number. The refrigerator repair page has background.
Model compatibility: GE reuses codes across series and model years, so DE / dE may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
DE means demo mode with the cooling system off, while lowercase dE means the defrost system has not run properly in 24 hours.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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