Frigidaire Dryer Error Code E8C: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Frigidaire dryer error code E8C means: Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1] Keep using it? No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Frigidaire dryer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	E8C
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Frigidaire dryer
System	Heating
Meaning (service chart)	Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1]
Keep using it?	No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com)
Source document	Frigidaire dryer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code E8C means on a Frigidaire dryer

Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1]

This is a heating code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Frigidaire dryer error code E8C (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Frigidaire dryer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (E8C) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your dryer and order the right parts.
Check the vent. Clear any blockage in the exhaust vent.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If E8C comes back after these checks, stop using the dryer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Frigidaire dryer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Electronic control board

When to call a technician

If the dryer heats constantly because a relay on the electronic control board is stuck, a technician should replace the electronic control board.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code E8C mean on a Frigidaire dryer?

The Frigidaire dryer error-code chart lists E8C as follows: Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats.

Is it safe to keep using the dryer with E8C?

No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Frigidaire dryer error E8C myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com).

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Frigidaire dryer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Frigidaire.