ERR
Sunbeam General Control System Error

Display shows ERR or ERROR and the coffee maker will not respond to button presses.

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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

Firmware glitch in control board, Stuck keypad button, Shorted sensor input, Power surge damage to microcontroller

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the coffee maker before any disassembly. Avoid spraying cleaners directly on the control panel.

  • 1. Hard reset
    • Unplug the unit for at least 10 minutes.
    • Press and hold the power or brew button for 10 seconds while unplugged to discharge residual power (if accessible).
    • Plug back in and check if ERR clears.
  • 2. Check for stuck buttons
    • Press each button several times to ensure none are stuck or jammed.
    • Wipe the panel with a slightly damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
  • 3. Remove moisture
    • If the panel was exposed to steam or spills, let it dry for 24 hours unplugged in a warm, dry place.
  • 4. Inspect internal connections (advanced)
    • Unplug and remove the control panel cover.
    • Reseat the keypad ribbon cable and any sensor connectors on the main PCB.
  • 5. Replace control board if needed
    • If ERR persists and all external causes are ruled out, the main control board is likely defective and should be replaced with the correct Sunbeam PCB.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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