GE Refrigerator error code
GE Refrigerator Error DI-SP-2
Ice jam in the dispenser chute.
Ice jam in the dispenser chute.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Turn off the ice maker using its control
Turn off the ice maker using its control switch or button to prevent it from producing more ice.
- 2Obtain a plastic cup and a wooden or
Obtain a plastic cup and a wooden or plastic utensil, like a spoon. Do not use sharp or metal objects.
- 3Press the ice dispenser lever to identify where
Press the ice dispenser lever to identify where the ice is clogged in the chute.
A quick explanation
What does DI-SP-2 mean?
Ice jam in the dispenser chute.
The answer you came for
How to fix GE refrigerator error DI-SP-2
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Turn off the ice maker using its control
Turn off the ice maker using its control switch or button to prevent it from producing more ice.
- 2
Obtain a plastic cup and a wooden or
Obtain a plastic cup and a wooden or plastic utensil, like a spoon. Do not use sharp or metal objects.
- 3
Press the ice dispenser lever to identify where
Press the ice dispenser lever to identify where the ice is clogged in the chute.
- 4
Use the handle of the utensil to gently
Use the handle of the utensil to gently break up the jammed ice from the dispenser opening.
- 5
For deeper jams, open the freezer door, remove
For deeper jams, open the freezer door, remove the entire ice bin, and set it aside.
- 6
This will give you access to the top
This will give you access to the top of the chute. Use your utensil and a warm, damp cloth to clear any remaining ice fragments. Dry the area thoroughly.
- 7
Reinstall the ice bin and turn the ice
Reinstall the ice bin and turn the ice maker back on.
- 8
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix DI SP Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the ice maker using its control switch or button to prevent it from producing more ice.Obtain a plastic cup and a wooden or plastic utensil, like a spoon. Do not use sharp or metal objects.Press the ice dispenser lever to identify where the ice is clogged in the chute.Use the handle of the utensil to gently break up the jammed ice from the dispenser opening.For deeper jams, open the freezer door, remove the entire ice bin, and set it aside.This will give you access to the top of the chute. Use your utensil and a warm, damp cloth to clear any remaining ice fragments. Dry the area thoroughly.Reinstall the ice bin and turn the ice maker back on.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
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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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