Written by
Nora Halvorsen Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeSH (Freezer)
ApplianceRefrigerator
SH in the freezer window
This is the reverse of OP. Here the freezer thermistor circuit reads shorted, and the display says SH.
Refrigerators covered
Electrolux bottom-freezer and ice-and-water refrigerators with a user interface board. The service data sheets name models such as EI23BC30KS, EW28BS85KS and EW23BC85KS.
The technician side
The sheets list the freezer sensor as SHORTED among their errors.
A diagnostic mode displays the freezer thermistor reading, showing SH for a short.
Disconnect the power cord prior to servicing.
Owners have no steps to follow here. Note the model number and which compartment shows SH.
Model compatibility: Electrolux reuses codes across series and model years, so SH (Freezer) 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
SH in the freezer display window means the freezer thermistor circuit reads as shorted, the reverse of an open sensor.
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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