Problem: Water system configuration error – control board detecting incompatible water valve or filter system
How to Fix Refrigerator Error
- Enter programming mode and navigate to water system configuration (typically code position
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- Verify setting matches installed system: 0=no water, 1=standard valve, 2=electronic valve.
- Adjust setting if incorrect and save properly.
- If PE H2O persists: inspect water valve harness for short circuit – disconnect valve and test resistance (should read 150-300Ω).
- Test water filter presence switch continuity – should close when filter installed.
- If all components test good, main control board W10868991 has failed water valve driver – replace board and reprogram.
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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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