GE Dryer Error Code 006

Error code 006 on a GE dryer means the control board detected that one of the control panel buttons has been continuously depressed for at least one minute. The board logs this as a stuck button fault to prevent erratic behavior from a sustained unintended input. The code clears automatically once the affected button is released and returns to its normal position. No manual reset or power cycle is required as long as the button is freed.

A power cycle reset is not required to clear error code 006. The fault clears automatically once the stuck button is released and the control board detects that the input has returned to an open state. If the code returns after clearing, the button is likely still sticking or there is an underlying issue with the switch contacts that needs further diagnosis.

If the issue is simply an obstruction or debris under a button cap, there is no parts cost involved. If a damaged button cap or user interface board needs replacement, parts costs can range from roughly $20 to $150 or more depending on the specific board or component required. Adding professional labor typically brings the total repair cost to a range of $100 to $250, though this varies by region and service provider.

Start by checking whether any object is pressing against the control panel and remove it if so. Then press each button individually and verify that it springs back fully without sticking or binding. If a button feels sticky or stays depressed, clean around the button cap to remove any debris or residue. If a button still does not return to its normal position after cleaning, the button cap or the user interface board may need to be replaced.

Error code 006 is a control input fault rather than a heating, electrical, or mechanical safety fault, so it does not present an immediate safety risk. However, a stuck button could interfere with normal dryer operation and prevent you from starting or adjusting cycles correctly. Addressing the stuck button promptly ensures the control panel functions as intended.