LG Refrigerator · Code Er IS / E IS / IS

LG Refrigerator Er IS code: Ice maker sensor error

The temperature sensor in the ice maker is faulty, so the ice maker may not know when to release ice.

Most common causes

  1. Failed ice maker thermistor
  2. Loose wiring to the ice maker
  3. Faulty ice maker assembly

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Unplug the refrigerator for about 5 minutes, then plug it back in
  2. Make sure the ice maker is switched on and the bin is seated

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: lg.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does Er IS mean on a LG Refrigerator?

The temperature sensor in the ice maker is faulty, so the ice maker may not know when to release ice.

Can I clear the Er IS code myself?

Try these first: Unplug the refrigerator for about 5 minutes, then plug it back in Make sure the ice maker is switched on and the bin is seated Call a technician if Er IS returns after a power reset.

How much does it cost to fix a Er IS code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other LG Refrigerator codes

Er CO · Communication errorEr dH · Defrost errorEr FF · Freezer fan errorEr IF · Ice maker fan errorEr rF · Refrigerator fan errorEr CF · Condenser fan errorEr dS · Defrost sensor errorEr FS · Freezer temperature sensor errorEr gF · Water flow sensor errorEr rS · Refrigerator temperature sensor errorOFF · Demo mode (cooling off)

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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