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H or HI — Frigidaire Refrigerator H / HI — High Temperature

H or HI means a high-temperature condition in the fridge and/or freezer, usually with an alarm every 60 seconds.

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Limited use only
DIY difficulty
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How to fix it

  1. Make sure both doors are fully closed and not blocked.
  2. Confirm the temperature setting is correct and give it a few hours to recover.
  3. If it will not cool, check the door gasket and condenser coils; service may be needed.

Why it happens

Typical signs: H or HI on the display · Alarm beeping · Food warming

  • Door left open A door not fully closed warms the compartment.
  • Wrong temperature setting The setting was changed too warm.
  • Bad door gasket or cooling fault A worn gasket or a cooling-system problem.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • Refrigerator Door Gasket Common replacement
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More Frigidaire refrigerator codes

1F 1F — Ice Maker Fault 1 SH 1 SH — Fresh Food Sensor Shorted 1 SY 1 SY — Fresh Food Sensor Open 2 SH 2 SH — Freezer Sensor Shorted 3 SH 3 SH — Temperature Sensor Short 3 SY 3 SY — Evaporator Sensor Open

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: owner.frigidaire.com.