Here are some of the common GE water softener error codes:
- 1: No salt. This means that there is not enough salt in the brine tank to regenerate the water softener. You will need to add more salt to the brine tank.
- 2: Salt low. This means that the salt level in the brine tank is getting low. You should add more salt to the brine tank before the error code appears again.
- 3: Salt sensor error. This means that the salt sensor is not working properly. You may need to replace the salt sensor.
- 4: Brine tank low. This means that the water level in the brine tank is too low. You will need to add more water to the brine tank.
- 5: Brine tank sensor error. This means that the brine tank sensor is not working properly. You may need to replace the brine tank sensor.
- 6: Regenerate timer error. This means that the timer is not working properly. You may need to replace the timer.
- 7: Regenerate valve error. This means that the regenerate valve is not working properly. You may need to replace the regenerate valve.
- 8: Backwash timer error. This means that the backwash timer is not working properly. You may need to replace the backwash timer.
- 9: Backwash valve error. This means that the backwash valve is not working properly. You may need to replace the backwash valve.
- 10: Circulation valve error. This means that the circulation valve is not working properly. You may need to replace the circulation valve.
- 11: Rinse cycle error. This means that the rinse cycle is not working properly. You may need to replace the rinse cycle timer.
- 12: Rinse valve error. This means that the rinse valve is not working properly. You may need to replace the rinse valve.
- 13: Faulty control board. This means that the control board is not working properly. You may need to replace the control board.
If you see any of these error codes on your GE water softener, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:
- Check the salt level in the brine tank. If the salt level is low, add more salt.
- Check the water level in the brine tank. If the water level is low, add more water.
- Check the salt sensor and brine tank sensor to make sure they are working properly.
- Check the timer and valves to make sure they are working properly.
- If you have checked all of the above and the error code is still appearing, you may need to call a qualified service technician to repair your water softener.
Here are some additional tips for troubleshooting GE water softener error codes:
- If you see an error code, try restarting the water softener by unplugging it for a few minutes and then plugging it back in.
- If the error code persists, try resetting the water softener by pressing and holding the reset button for 10 seconds.
- If you have a digital water softener, you can use the display to get more information about the error code.
- If you are still having trouble troubleshooting the error code, you can contact GE customer service for assistance.