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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.
Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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