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E4Severity: Medium

Arçelik E4: Defrost system fault

Also shown as:E12
Quick answer

On Arçelik refrigerators, error code E4 means: Defrost system fault. The fridge may not cool properly. Keep the doors closed, try the steps below and call service if the code returns.

Is my food safe? Can I keep using the fridge?

Severity: Medium

The fridge may not cool properly. Keep the doors closed, try the steps below and call service if the code returns.

Common causes

  • Faulty defrost heater, sensor or thermal fuse
  • Ice build-up on the fan or evaporator

How to fix it

  1. If the fan or coil is iced up, unplug and defrost the appliance with the doors open
  2. Unplug the fridge for about 1 minute, then plug it into a wall socket (no power strip)
  3. Keep the doors closed to protect food and contact authorised service if the code returns

Frequently asked questions

What does Arçelik error E4 mean?

On Arçelik refrigerators, error code E4 means: Defrost system fault.

How do I fix Arçelik error E4?

Start with these steps: If the fan or coil is iced up, unplug and defrost the appliance with the doors open; Unplug the fridge for about 1 minute, then plug it into a wall socket (no power strip); Keep the doors closed to protect food and contact authorised service if the code returns.

Can I keep using the fridge with error E4?

Severity: Medium. The fridge may not cool properly. Keep the doors closed, try the steps below and call service if the code returns.

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