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Error 16 — Lack of refrigerant

GE Appliances · Air Conditioning

What does 16 mean?

This error code indicates the system may not have sufficient refrigerant. Recover and check the system charge.

Common Causes

  • Low refrigerant charge

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Recover the existing refrigerant.

  2. 2

    Check the system for leaks.

  3. 3

    Recharge the system with the correct amount of refrigerant.

  4. 4

    Verify proper refrigerant type (R410A).

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: GE Appliances Air Conditioning
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