GE Refrigerator Error Code 0606

Error code 0606 on a GE refrigerator means the French Door ice maker is continuing to detect a full ice bucket even after ice has been dispensed. This prevents the ice maker from producing new ice. The issue typically points to a problem with the ice level sensing system, such as a frosted sensor, clumped ice, or a faulty sensor component.

Yes, error code 0606 affects only the ice maker function and does not indicate a risk to food safety or refrigerator operation. Your refrigerator will continue to cool normally. However, the ice maker will not produce new ice until the fault is resolved.

Repair costs vary depending on the cause. If the fix is simply cleaning frost off the sensor or breaking up clumped ice, there is no parts cost involved. If the ice level sensor needs replacement, parts typically range from $20 to $80 depending on the model. If the ice maker control module is at fault, parts and labor combined could range from $150 to $350 or more.

Start by removing the ice bucket and inspecting it for clumped or bridged ice, then clean the ice level sensor lenses inside the freezer compartment with a soft cloth. Reinstall the bucket and confirm the feeler arm or sensor path is clear and unobstructed. If the error returns, further diagnosis of the sensor wiring and the ice maker control module will be needed, which may require part replacement.

A power reset may temporarily clear the error code, but if the underlying cause such as a blocked sensor or faulty component is not addressed, the code will return once the ice maker runs through its cycle again. It is best to diagnose and correct the root cause before relying on a reset.