E13
Reginox Intermittent Power or Internal Relay Fault

Garbage disposal runs intermittently; sometimes it starts, other times nothing happens when the switch is flipped, internal LED flashes thirteen times when a start attempt fails.

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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

Loose line or neutral connection in junction box, Worn internal start relay contacts, Failing wall switch, Vibration-loosened spade connectors on motor terminals

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before accessing wiring.

  • Check junction box connections: Remove the Reginox junction box cover and verify all wire nuts are tight and wires are fully twisted together.
  • Inspect motor terminals: If accessible, check that spade connectors on the motor are firmly seated and not corroded.
  • Test the wall switch: Replace the switch if it feels loose, crackles, or fails continuity testing.
  • Observe LED behavior: If the LED consistently shows E13 when failure occurs, the internal relay or control board may be failing.
  • Replace control module or unit: On models with a separate control module, replace the module. On integrated designs, replacement of the entire disposal is recommended.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Electronic Control Module
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