GE Refrigerator Error Code JPS

The JPS code means that jumper J4 was not removed from the power supply board after the board was replaced. This jumper is used during manufacturing or testing and must be pulled out before the refrigerator is put back into service. It is a configuration issue, not a component failure. Removing the jumper will clear the error.

The JPS error indicates an incorrect board configuration rather than a dangerous electrical fault. However, you should always disconnect power before accessing the power supply board or handling any internal components. Once the jumper is removed correctly, the refrigerator should operate safely and normally.

Because the JPS error requires no replacement parts, the only cost involved is the labor for a technician to access the power supply board and remove the jumper. A service call for this type of repair typically ranges from $75 to $150 depending on your location and the service provider. If the power supply board was recently replaced under a warranty or service agreement, the fix may be covered at no additional charge.

To fix the JPS error, disconnect the refrigerator from power, then locate the J4 jumper on the power supply board and physically remove it. Once the jumper is out, restore power to the refrigerator. The code should clear on its own after the jumper is removed and power is reapplied.

A simple power reset will not permanently clear the JPS code because the J4 jumper is still physically present on the board. The code will return each time the unit powers up until the jumper is removed. The only resolution is to pull the jumper from the J4 position on the power supply board.