Error Code: IC1 Difficulty: Hard
Problem: Communication error with the main control board.
How to Fix IC1 Error (Step-by-Step)
- DISCONNECT POWER: Locate the circuit breaker for your dishwasher in your home’s electrical panel and turn it off completely to ensure your safety.
- ACCESS THE CONTROL BOARD: Open the dishwasher door. Using a Phillips or Torx head screwdriver, remove the screws around the inner door frame to separate the outer door panel from the inner door.
- LOCATE THE OLD BOARD: With the panel off, you will see the main control board, which is typically a green circuit board inside a plastic housing. Before touching anything, take a clear photo of all the wire connections to use as a reference.
- DISCONNECT AND REMOVE: Carefully unplug all the wire harnesses connected to the control board. They have small clips that you may need to press to release them. Once all wires are disconnected, unclip or unscrew the old control board from its mounting points.
- INSTALL THE NEW BOARD: Place the new control board into the same position as the old one and secure it with the mounting screws or clips. Using the photo you took earlier, reconnect all the wire harnesses to their correct terminals on the new board, ensuring each one clicks securely into place.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
- Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.
Recommended Parts to Check
No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Electrolux dishwasher part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims.
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Electrolux dishwasher drain pumpCommon replacement category: Drain pumpFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: standing-water, drain, and incomplete-cycle symptoms after filter and hose checks.
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Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valveCommon replacement category: Water inlet valveFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: fill or low-water symptoms after supply and float checks.
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Electrolux dishwasher control boardCommon replacement category: Electronic control boardFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: repeating control faults after latch, wiring, and power checks.
Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number on the appliance tag.
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Dishwasher repairs can add up quickly when the pump, control, heater, or leak-related parts fail.
Confirm cabinet width, water line, drain routing, electrical connection, and panel style before ordering.
For repair parts, verify exact fit with the full dishwasher model number before buying; these links are general replacement-appliance shopping options.
- [OK]Drain pump or circulation pump failure
- [OK]Leaking tub, door, or float-switch issues
- [OK]Heater or control failures on an older unit
- [OK]Repeated poor washing or drying performance
Recommended Dishwasher Replacement Options
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Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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