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Electrolux Dishwasher error code

Electrolux Dishwasher Error IC1

Communication error with the main control board.

Communication error with the main control board.

HardStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
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Electrolux dishwasher repair guide for error IC1
Error codeIC1Dishwasher

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    DISCONNECT POWER

    DISCONNECT POWER: Locate the circuit breaker for your dishwasher in your home's electrical panel and turn it off completely to ensure your safety.

  2. 2
    ACCESS THE CONTROL BOARD

    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.

  3. 3
    LOCATE THE OLD BOARD

    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.

A quick explanation

What does IC1 mean?

Communication error with the main control board.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error IC1

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    DISCONNECT POWER

    DISCONNECT POWER: Locate the circuit breaker for your dishwasher in your home's electrical panel and turn it off completely to ensure your safety.

  2. 2

    ACCESS THE CONTROL BOARD

    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.

  3. 3

    LOCATE THE OLD BOARD

    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.

  4. 4

    DISCONNECT AND REMOVE

    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.

  5. 5

    INSTALL THE NEW BOARD

    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.

  6. 6

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

  7. 7

    Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path,

    Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.

  8. 8

    Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category

    Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher drain pump

  9. 9

    Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category

    Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve

  10. 10

    Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category

    Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category: Electronic control board Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher control board

Read the additional checks from the current guide

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. 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. Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category: Electronic control board Fit 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. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher control board Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number on the appliance tag.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Electrolux Dishwasher error IC1 points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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