Common error codes our technicians see in the field. Find your code, learn what it means, and book a diagnostic if you need one.
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Below are 30 common Dacor error codes our technicians see in the field, ordered by severity. Find your code, see what it typically means, and call us if you need expert help. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| C7 | Dishwasher water leak detected. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will locate and repair the source of the water leak. |
| F10 | Oven temperature sensor fault. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test the oven temperature sensor and replace if out of specification. |
| F12 | Main control board failure. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will diagnose and replace the main electronic control board. |
| F14 | Heating element failure (bake or broil). Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test heating elements for continuity and replace if defective. |
| F16 | Oven temperature too high. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will verify temperature sensor accuracy and check for control board issues. |
| F20 | Cooktop element failure or control fault. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test cooktop elements and their associated controls for failure. |
| F3 | Temperature sensor fault. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will test oven temperature sensor and replace if reading is out of tolerance. |
| F4 | Oven temperature too high or sensor failure. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will verify sensor accuracy and check for issues with the heating element or control board. |
| F5 | Main control board failure. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will diagnose main control board and replace if internal failure is confirmed. |
| F8 | Heating element failure. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will test bake and broil elements for continuity and replace if open or shorted. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| C1 | Dishwasher water fill issue. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will check water inlet valve, float switch, and supply line for blockages. |
| C2 | Dishwasher drain issue. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will inspect drain hose, pump, and filter for obstructions. |
| C3 | Dishwasher door latch or switch fault. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will examine the door latch mechanism and associated switch. |
| C4 | Dishwasher heating element or water temperature fault. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will test the heating element and water temperature sensor. |
| C5 | Dishwasher circulation pump motor issue. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will inspect the circulation pump motor for obstructions or failure. |
| C6 | Dishwasher control panel communication error. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will check wiring and connections between the control panel and main module. |
| C8 | Dishwasher motor fault. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will diagnose the circulation or drain pump motor for failure. |
| C9 | Dishwasher internal fault or sensor error. Models: Discovery Fix: Technician will perform diagnostics on internal components and sensors. |
| F11 | Control panel communication error. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will inspect wiring harness and connections to the main control board. |
| F13 | Oven door lock motor failure. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test the door lock motor and its associated wiring. |
| F15 | User interface board fault. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test the user interface board and replace if necessary. |
| F18 | Oven door switch fault. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will inspect and test the oven door switch. |
| F2 | Control panel communication error. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will check wiring harness connections to the main control board and replace control panel if necessary. |
| F21 | Cooktop control board communication error. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will check wiring between cooktop controls and the main board. |
| F22 | Cooktop temperature sensor fault. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will test the cooktop temperature sensor and replace if needed. |
| F6 | Oven door lock malfunction. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will inspect door lock mechanism and motor for obstructions or failure. |
| F7 | Control panel or user interface board fault. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will test user interface board and replace if communication or component failure is detected. |
| F9 | Door switch or latch fault. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will inspect and test the oven door switch and latch assembly. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F1 | User input error, likely a stuck button or control panel issue. Models: Modernist, Professional, Discovery Fix: Technician will inspect control panel for damage and test button functionality. |
| F17 | Cooling fan motor failure. Models: Modernist, Professional Fix: Technician will inspect and test the cooling fan motor and its wiring. |
Dacor codes often correspond to a broader appliance issue. Match your code to a symptom below:
Call us — we've seen most Dacor codes in the field. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
Error code meanings are based on field observation by our technicians. Some codes may indicate multiple underlying issues — a diagnostic visit confirms the root cause. We are an independent appliance repair service and not affiliated with Dacor or its parent manufacturer. Codes shown reflect common scenarios across the Dacor product line; specific behavior may vary by model year and configuration.
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