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Amana Trash Compactor Error Codes

Complete list of Amana Trash Compactor error codes with meaning and repair solutions.

Is it safe to keep using it?

Depends on code severity. Low/Medium codes often allow continued use, High severity requires immediate stop.

01

Can error codes be reset?

Some codes clear after power cycle. Persistent codes indicate underlying issues needing repair.

02

When should I stop using it?

Stop immediately for water leak codes, burning smell, or any High severity error.

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Er
Warning

Meaning

General Error

Common Symptoms

Display shows error message and compactor stops mid-cycle

PF
Critical

Meaning

Power Failure

Common Symptoms

Loss of power to compactor unit

U6
Critical

Meaning

Compactor Jam

Common Symptoms

Compactor ram is stuck or blocked

U9
Critical

Meaning

Motor Overload

Common Symptoms

Motor stops and compactor will not operate

dO
Warning

Meaning

Door Open Error

Common Symptoms

Compactor does not operate because door is not fully closed

OF
Warning

Meaning

Overflow Error

Common Symptoms

Compactor bin is full and needs to be emptied

CF
Critical

Meaning

Control Board Failure

Common Symptoms

Compactor does not respond to controls or display is blank

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