E0
Arctic General Sensor / Control System Fault

Refrigerator display shows E0, cooling performance is reduced or intermittent

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Loose wiring connection at main control board, Faulty temperature sensor, Control board firmware glitch, Power supply fluctuation

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet before removing any panels or touching wiring. Do not work on live circuits.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Power reset: Unplug the unit for 5–10 minutes, then plug back in. This can clear transient control glitches that trigger E0.
  • Check outlet and voltage: Confirm the outlet is firmly seated and not loose. If available, use a simple plug-in tester to verify correct wiring and ground.
  • Inspect control board connections: Remove the rear access cover (usually at the back near the compressor). Locate the main control board and gently press all multi-pin connectors to ensure they are fully seated.
  • Check sensor harnesses: Inside the fridge and freezer compartments, locate visible sensor harness connectors (often behind small covers or near the light assembly). Make sure they are not loose or damaged.
  • When to replace parts: If E0 returns immediately after a reset and wiring is intact, the fault is usually a defective sensor or main control board. A technician can read stored diagnostics to identify which sensor is out of range.

Warning: If you smell burning or see scorch marks on the control board, stop using the appliance and have the board replaced before further operation.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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