Kenmore Refrigerator Error Code Er lt

Er lt indicates a detected defect within the ice maker kit, specifically pointing to an electrical fault in one or more internal components such as the harvest motor, gear assembly, Hall IC sensor, or the operation circuit. The refrigerator's control system monitors these components during ice making cycles and logs this error when expected signals are not received. It is not a general refrigerator fault and does not affect cooling performance, only ice production.

A power reset may temporarily clear the error display, but if the underlying component fault within the ice maker kit still exists, the code will return once the control board attempts another ice making cycle. A reset is not a fix for Er lt. The I/M Test should be performed to confirm whether the hardware fault is still present after any reset.

If the repair requires replacing the ice maker kit, parts costs typically range from roughly 60 dollars to 150 dollars depending on the model and parts source. Adding professional labor for the diagnosis and installation can bring the total to somewhere between 150 dollars and 300 dollars. If the issue turns out to be a loose wire connection rather than a failed kit, the repair cost can be significantly lower.

Start by pressing the I/M Test switch on the ice maker to trigger a forced harvest cycle. If ice does not drop during this test, the fault is confirmed within the ice maker kit and the kit should be replaced. Before ordering parts, also inspect the wiring harness and connectors leading to the ice maker, as a loose or corroded connection can sometimes produce the same error.

Er lt is not a safety hazard. It is limited to the ice maker system and does not indicate a problem with refrigerator or freezer temperatures. Your food will remain safely cold while this error is active. The only impact is the loss of ice production until the ice maker kit is repaired or replaced.