Error code reference

Viking Refrigerator Error Code dEF

Forced defrost cycle is active: displayed on the seven-segment display in place of temperature numerals during a defrost cycle.

SourceViking Built-In Bottom-Mount Refrigerator - Service Manual (FDBB5361/VCBB5361)p. 8

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Diagnostic procedure

The full dEF procedure

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First diagnostic step

No action needed; display returns to normal temperature numerals when defrost cycle completes.

SourceViking Built-In Bottom-Mount Refrigerator - Service Manual (FDBB5361/VCBB5361)p. 8

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Where this code is documented

5 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for Viking refrigerator.

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The full dEF procedure

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