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Theo Garrison Appliance Care EditorPublished October 27, 2026
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Error codeICE flashing
ApplianceIce Maker
What shows up
The letters ICE blink continuously on the RF15I outdoor ice maker display
The machine stays silent; there is no audible alarm
Cause and consequence
A failed condenser temperature sensor produces this system sensor error. Ice production continues, but the cycle can no longer follow changing ambient conditions, which is why the quality of the ice may differ from batch to batch.
What the manual recommends
Contact service.
Ask for the temperature sensor to be replaced.
Compare with these displays
OFF flashing: a bin sensor problem that puts the machine into the OFF state
Ice maker repair for San Francisco and the Bay Area
Bay Area owners, including those in San Francisco, can reach DCS ice maker repair or phone (415) 969-2271. Mention the blinking ICE display and the RF15I model number when you get through.
Model compatibility: DCS reuses codes across series and model years, so ICE flashing may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
System sensor error: the condenser temperature sensor has failed, though the machine keeps running.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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