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GE 007: Power supply mis-wired at outlet

The dryer detects that Line 2 and Neutral are reversed at the power connection. This is a wiring error, usually from a recent install, and must be corrected before the dryer will run properly.

May need a technician

By the FixByModel editorial team · Verified 2026-09 · Researched against manufacturer support & repair references (below)

Most likely causes

  1. Line 2 (L2) and Neutral (N) swapped at the terminal block
  2. Incorrect power cord installation
  3. Mis-wired wall outlet or house wiring
Before you start — unplug the dryer, and on a gas model shut off the gas supply. Let it cool first — the drum, heater and exhaust can be hot. If a step involves the heating element, wiring, or opening the cabinet and you're unsure, stop and call a qualified technician.

Step-by-step fix

1Cut powerUnplug the dryer or switch off the breaker before touching any wiring.
2Check the cordInspect the power cord connections at the terminal block against the installation instructions.
3Correct the wiringReconnect the L2 and Neutral leads to their correct terminals.
4Call a proIf the outlet or house wiring is suspect, have a qualified electrician verify and correct it.

Still showing 007?

If you’ve worked through every step and 007 keeps returning, an internal part likely needs testing and replacement. That’s a job for a qualified appliance technician, who can measure the suspect part against the service-manual spec before replacing it.

Which models this applies to

GE dryers. GE front-load dryers with electronic controls, model numbers beginning GFD (and related GFV/GTD platform).

FAQ

What does GE 007 mean?

Power supply mis-wired at outlet. The dryer detects that Line 2 and Neutral are reversed at the power connection. This is a wiring error, usually from a recent install, and must be corrected before the dryer will run properly.

What causes GE 007?

The most likely cause is line 2 (l2) and neutral (n) swapped at the terminal block. Other causes include Incorrect power cord installation; Mis-wired wall outlet or house wiring.

Can I fix GE 007 myself?

Some checks are DIY, but this code often points to an internal component, so it may need a qualified technician.