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Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code i10

Reviewed by the ApplianceErrors Editorial Team · Verified against manufacturer service documentation · Last verified: June 10, 2026
⚠ Medium Severity 🔧 Easy DIY

Water supply problem — insufficient fill

The most common cause of the i10 error on a Frigidaire dishwasher is supply valve closed (~45% of cases); start with: check supply valve.

💰 DIY cost: $0–$70 👨‍🔧 Pro cost: $120–$240 Save $120+ by doing it yourself
Frigidaire Dishwasher error code i10 on the display panel
How the i10 code appears on a Frigidaire dishwasher display

What Does Error Code i10 Mean on a Frigidaire Dishwasher?

Water supply problem — insufficient fill.

The i10 code fires when the control board does not sense the expected water level inside the fill window at the start or during a cycle. To protect the wash pump from running dry, the control pauses rather than continuing. It points specifically to inadequate incoming water — a closed valve, kinked hose, weak pressure, or a faulty inlet valve — as opposed to a drainage fault like i20, which flags water that fails to leave the tub.

Models affected: Frigidaire dishwashers with electronic fill monitoring, including models such as FFCD2418US, FGID2466QF, and FFBD2412SS
What owners report: Owners commonly report i10 appearing after a recent install, a plumbing shutoff, or moving the unit, when the supply valve was left partly closed or the hose got pinched behind the cabinet. A quick check of the under-sink valve and hose routing often clears it, and some find restoring water pressure resolves it without any parts.

What Causes Error Code i10?

Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:

  1. 1
    Supply valve closed 45% of cases
  2. 2
    Inlet hose kinked 30% of cases
  3. 3
    Inlet valve failed 15% of cases
  4. 4
    Low water pressure 10% of cases

How to Fix Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code i10

🔧 Easy DIY Est. time: 10–20 min
⚡ Safety first: Unplug the appliance before opening any panels or touching internal components.
  1. 1

    Check supply valve

    Confirm under-sink valve is open.

  2. 2

    Check hose

    No kinks from wall to unit.

  3. 3

    Replace inlet valve

    If supply confirmed good.

    🔩 Frigidaire inlet valve ($30–$70)

How to Reset Error Code i10

Frigidaire dishwashers are often hardwired — switch off the breaker for 5 minutes to reset the control, restore power, then start a new cycle after confirming the supply valve is fully open.

Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.

Full Frigidaire dishwasher reset guide → Enter diagnostic mode →

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When to Call a Professional

If supply good and error persists, inlet valve needs replacement.

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120–$240

Related Error Codes

i20
Drain problem — water not draining
⚠ High Severity

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More Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep using my Frigidaire Dishwasher when error i10 appears? +
You often can for a cycle or two, but the water-supply issue behind i10 will keep interrupting normal operation until it is fixed. Plan the repair rather than ignoring the code.
What most commonly causes i10 on a Frigidaire Dishwasher? +
Across reported Frigidaire dishwasher repairs, the most frequent is supply valve closed (45% of cases), inlet hose kinked (30%), then inlet valve failed (15%). Check them in that order before replacing any parts.
i10 keeps coming back after a reset — what should I check next? +
A reset only clears the stored i10 fault; if it returns, the water-supply problem is still present. Move on to the physical checks — check supply valve, then check hose — since the code will reappear until the root cause is resolved. This is a beginner-friendly job needing only basic hand tools.
How much does it cost to fix Frigidaire Dishwasher error i10? +
A DIY repair typically runs $0–$70 in parts, versus $120–$240 for a professional service call, so handling it yourself saves around $120. Expect the work to take about 10–20 minutes.
Which Frigidaire Dishwasher models show error i10? +
i10 is documented on Frigidaire dishwashers with electronic fill monitoring, including models such as FFCD2418US, FGID2466QF, and FFBD2412SS. Other units sharing the same control platform can display it too, so the fixes here generally transfer across the series.

Sources & References

Content verified against manufacturer service documentation. Last verified: June 10, 2026.

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