GE Profile

GE Profile Electric Smokers Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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E1
Smoker will not heat; display shows E1 shortly after power-on.
Cooking Chamber Temperature Sensor Failure
E10
Display shows E10 and smoker shuts off mid-cycle; may coincide with high humidity or outdoor rain.
Moisture / Condensation Sensor or Safety Cutoff
E11
Smoker shows E11 and will not maintain set temperature; temperature swings widely.
PID / Temperature Control Calibration Error
E12
Display shows E12 and the internal light and accessories do not function, though heating may still work.
Accessory Power Circuit Fault
E13
Smoker shows E13 and meat probe temperature does not register or reads 0°F/– –.
Meat Probe Sensor Failure
E14
Display shows E14 and Wi-Fi or smart features do not function on connected GE Profile smoker models.
Wi-Fi Module Communication Error
E15
Smoker shows E15 and immediately shuts down when attempting to start a cook cycle.
Ground Fault / Leakage Detection
E2
Smoker overheats or shuts down with E2 error on display.
Over-Temperature Sensor or High-Limit Thermostat Trip
E3
Display shows E3 and smoker will not start heating cycle.
Ambient Temperature Sensor / Cabinet Sensor Fault
E4
Smoker powers on but shows E4 and does not heat; fan may still run.
Heating Element Circuit Failure
E5
Display shows E5 and smoker shuts down shortly after starting; fan and lights may still work.
Low Voltage / Power Supply Fault
E6
Smoker display shows E6 and controls are unresponsive or erratic.
Control Panel / Keypad Communication Error
E7
Smoker shows E7 and wood chip feeder or smoke generator does not operate.
Smoke Generator / Wood Chip Feeder Motor Fault
E8
Display shows E8 and internal circulation fan does not run; uneven temperatures in smoker.
Convection / Circulation Fan Failure
E9
Smoker beeps and shows E9; door icon may flash and unit will not start.
Door Switch / Door Latch Fault
Symptom
Buttons beep but smoker does not start cooking when Start is pressed.
Start Sequence / Safety Interlock Not Satisfied
Symptom
Control display is very dim or unreadable, but smoker still heats.
Display Backlight / LED Failure
Symptom
Display shows temperature but it is clearly inaccurate compared to an oven thermometer.
Temperature Sensor Drift / Miscalibration
Symptom
Display works but buttons do not respond or respond intermittently.
Keypad / Touch Control Failure
Symptom
Door glass fogs excessively or shows streaking between glass layers.
Door Glass Seal Failure / Moisture Ingress
Symptom
Excessive condensation or water dripping from inside top of smoker onto food.
Condensation Management Issue
Symptom
Excessive smoke leaks from door, sides, or top of smoker cabinet.
Cabinet Air Leak / Door Seal Failure
Symptom
Food cooks unevenly; hot spots and cold spots inside smoker.
Poor Air Circulation / Convection Imbalance
Symptom
Internal light does not turn on, but smoker otherwise operates normally.
Cavity Light Failure
Symptom
Meat probe reads wildly fluctuating temperatures during cook.
Intermittent Meat Probe Connection
Symptom
Rust forming on interior surfaces or racks of smoker.
Corrosion of Interior Components
Symptom
Smoker heats but cannot reach set temperature; stalls well below target even after long time.
Insufficient Heating / Partial Element Failure
Symptom
Smoker makes loud rattling or grinding noise during operation.
Mechanical Vibration or Fan/Auger Bearing Failure
Symptom
Smoker overheats beyond set temperature; food burns even at low settings.
Runaway Heating / Temperature Control Failure
Symptom
Smoker powers on but will not heat; fan and lights work but temperature never rises.
Heating Element Open or Heater Circuit Failure
Symptom
Smoker produces very little or no smoke even though temperature is correct.
Insufficient Smoke Production
Symptom
Smoker shuts off unexpectedly in the middle of a cook and may restart after cooling.
Thermal Overload or Intermittent Power Loss
Symptom
Smoker trips household breaker or GFCI when turned on or when heating starts.
Short Circuit or Ground Fault
Symptom
Smoker vibrates excessively or walks on the patio during operation.
Cabinet Vibration / Leveling Issue
Symptom
Smoker will not power on at all; display is blank and no lights or sounds.
No Power / Dead Unit
Symptom
Strong burning plastic or electrical smell during operation.
Overheating Component or Electrical Insulation Failure
Symptom
Water or grease leaks from bottom of smoker onto deck or floor.
Drip Management / Drain System Failure
Symptom
Wood chips flare up into open flame inside smoker.
Chip Tray Overheating / Airflow Imbalance
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