Kenmore Refrigerator Error Code Er lt

The Er lt error code on a Kenmore refrigerator signals a detected defect within the ice maker kit itself. This code is triggered when the refrigerator's control system identifies an electrical fault in one or more of the internal components that make up the ice maker assembly. The affected components can include the harvest motor, the gear assembly driven by that motor, the Hall IC sensor responsible for detecting motor rotation and position, or the broader operation circuit that coordinates the ice making cycle.

The Hall IC sensor is a key diagnostic indicator here. This sensor uses magnetic field detection to monitor the position and movement of the ice maker's rotating parts. If the Hall IC fails to report expected signals during a cycle, or if the motor or gear mechanism encounters an electrical fault, the control board interprets this as an ice maker kit defect and displays Er lt. Because these components are integrated into the kit assembly, individual component failure often points toward full kit replacement rather than a component-level repair.

The first step in diagnosing this error is to press the I/M Test switch, which initiates a forced ice harvest cycle. If ice does not drop during this test, it confirms the fault is within the ice maker kit rather than in an upstream component such as the water inlet valve or ice level sensor. At that point, the ice maker kit itself is the recommended replacement. Technicians should also inspect wiring harnesses and connectors leading to the kit before committing to replacement, as a loose or corroded connection can sometimes produce similar fault symptoms.