E2
Kelvinator
Indoor Evaporator Coil Temperature Sensor Fault
Kelvinator split AC shows E2 and the indoor coil ices up or unit stops cooling.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Open or shorted evaporator thermistor, thermistor dislodged from coil, corroded thermistor connector, failed indoor PCB sensor circuit
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power at the breaker or wall switch before opening the indoor unit.
Steps:
- Remove front cover: Open the front panel, remove filters, and access the evaporator coil area.
- Locate coil sensor: Look for a small thermistor clipped directly onto the evaporator coil tubing, with wires leading to the indoor PCB.
- Check mounting: Ensure the sensor is firmly clipped to the coil. A loose sensor can misread temperature and trigger E2.
- Inspect wiring: Follow the sensor wires to the PCB. Check for cuts, pinches, or signs of moisture damage. Reseat the connector on the PCB.
- Test resistance: With power OFF, measure resistance across the thermistor. Compare to the room sensor value; it should be in a similar kΩ range at room temperature. Infinite or near-zero resistance indicates a bad sensor.
- Replace sensor: If faulty, install a Kelvinator-compatible evaporator thermistor. Clip it securely to the same coil position and route wires away from sharp metal edges.
- Check PCB if needed: If a new sensor does not clear E2, the indoor PCB may be defective and require replacement.
Note: Ice buildup on the coil can also be caused by low refrigerant or airflow issues, but E2 specifically points to the sensor circuit.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Coil Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
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