Smoker shows E13 and meat probe temperature does not register or reads 0°F/– –.

Safety first: Unplug the smoker before working near the control panel.

Probe checks:

• Inspect the GE Profile meat probe for kinks, cuts, or melted insulation along the cable. Replace the probe if any damage is found.
• Ensure the probe is fully inserted into the probe jack on the control panel until it clicks or seats firmly.
• Test the probe with a multimeter by measuring resistance across the plug terminals; compare to expected values (commonly 1–2 kΩ at room temperature). Infinite or erratic readings indicate a bad probe.
• Try a known-good GE-compatible meat probe if available to rule out a control board issue.

If multiple good probes fail to register, the probe input circuit on the control board is likely defective and the board should be replaced.