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Error code reference
Viking Freezer Error Codes
16 error codes documented with diagnostic procedures.
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1 Flash (every 15 seconds) - Compressor OFFVCC3 Inverter1 Flash (every 15 seconds) - Compressor ONVCC3 Inverter2 Flashes (every 5 seconds)VCC3 Inverter3 Flashes (every 5 seconds)VCC3 Inverter4 Flashes (every 5 seconds)VCC3 InverterdEFDefrost cycle is active; displayed during forced or normal defrost cycle, replacing the…DOOR OPENDoor has been open longer than the door open delay period (factory default 3 minutes)…E1Compressor error due to high or low amps, indicating a problem with the compressor…E2Condenser fan error due to low amps, indicating the condenser fan motor is not drawing…E3Upper compartment thermistor sensor error (open or out-of-range), indicating the upper…E4Lower compartment thermistor sensor error (open or out-of-range), indicating the lower…HIGH TEMPFreezer temperature has reached the high temp alarm level (15°F) for a predetermined time…No FlashVCC3 InverteroPnOpen freezer thermistor detected by the controller within 15 seconds of power on; the…POWERPower loss alarm displayed when power is restored after an outage; POWER indicator and…ShrShorted freezer thermistor detected by the controller within 15 seconds of power on; the…
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