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GE Refrigerator Error Code OF - OF

Showroom mode is active-compressor will not operate, lights and fans continue if previously operating.

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What the OF - OF error code actually means

Your GE refrigerator is stuck in a special store display mode that keeps the lights and fans on but shuts off the cooling system, so it will not actually get cold. This is not a broken part, just a setting that got turned on by accident. You can fix it yourself in seconds by pressing two buttons on the control panel at the same time.

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Press ENERGY SAVER and ADJUST FREEZER pads simultaneously for 3 seconds to exit showroom mode.
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Most common causes of OF - OF

Ranked by how often they cause this code
  1. 1Accidental activation of Showroom Mode
  2. 2Floor model unit never taken out of demo configuration
  3. 3Child lock or panel interaction during cleaning
  4. 4Control board retaining demo state after power interruption

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Questions people ask about OF - OF

What does OF - OF mean on a GE refrigerator?
OF - OF indicates that your GE refrigerator is in Showroom Mode, a setting used in retail stores to run the lights and fans without activating the compressor. The refrigerator will not cool in this state. It is not a malfunction or broken component. Pressing ENERGY SAVER and ADJUST FREEZER simultaneously for 3 seconds will exit this mode and restore normal operation.
Is my food safe when the OF - OF code is showing?
Food safety depends on how long the refrigerator has been in Showroom Mode without cooling. The compressor does not run in this mode, so temperatures will rise over time. If the unit has been in this state for more than 2 to 4 hours, perishable items should be checked carefully. The freezer will also begin to thaw if the mode was active long enough.
How much does it cost to fix the OF - OF code on a GE refrigerator?
There is no cost to fix the OF - OF code in most cases, because it requires only a button combination and no parts or tools. If the button sequence does not work and the control panel is unresponsive, a technician visit to diagnose a faulty control board could cost anywhere from $100 to $350 or more depending on parts and labor rates in your area.
How do I fix the OF - OF code on my GE refrigerator?
To exit Showroom Mode, press and hold the ENERGY SAVER pad and the ADJUST FREEZER pad at the same time for 3 seconds. The display should update and the compressor should begin running again within a few minutes. No tools or parts are required to perform this step.
Will resetting the refrigerator clear the OF - OF code?
A standard power reset by unplugging the unit will not reliably clear Showroom Mode, as the control board may restore the setting when power is reapplied. The correct method is to press the ENERGY SAVER and ADJUST FREEZER pads simultaneously for 3 seconds while the refrigerator is powered on. This is the only supported exit sequence for this mode.

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