E9
Leisure
Temperature Sensor Circuit Short / General Sensor Error
Freezer displays E9; alarm sounds; temperature reading may flash or show dashes.
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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
Shorted NTC sensor (any of cabinet, evaporator, or ambient), Sensor wires pinched to chassis, Moisture ingress into sensor connector, Shorted sensor input on main PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the appliance before inspecting wiring or sensors.
Steps to resolve E9 (general sensor short):
- 1. Identify which sensor is affected: Consult the user or service manual if available; some Leisure models indicate which sensor is faulty via subcodes or blinking segments.
- 2. Visual inspection: Check all accessible sensors (cabinet, evaporator, ambient) and their wiring for crushed or exposed sections where the harness passes through panels or around brackets.
- 3. Disconnect sensors one by one: With power off, unplug one sensor at a time from the main PCB and check if the resistance is within expected range. A reading near 0 Ω indicates a shorted sensor.
- 4. Repair or replace: If wiring is pinched to metal, repair the harness and insulate with heat-shrink or electrical tape. Replace any Leisure NTC sensor that measures as a short or shows unstable readings.
- 5. Dry connectors: If moisture is present, dry connectors thoroughly and apply a small amount of dielectric grease if appropriate.
- 6. Reassemble and test: Reconnect all sensors, restore power, and monitor. The E9 code should clear once the short is removed.
- 7. If all sensors test good: The main control PCB sensor input may be shorted internally. Replace the main control PCB.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Cabinet NTC Temperature Sensor
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