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Coleman Sensor Error or Sensor Short

Display shows SE or SESH, spa may shut down or behave erratically.

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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 temperature or high-limit sensor, Water intrusion into sensor connector, Damaged sensor cable insulation

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the GFCI breaker before inspecting sensors or wiring.

  • 1. Identify which sensor: Some Coleman packs use SE for a generic sensor error. Inspect both the water temperature and high-limit sensors.
  • 2. Check connectors: Unplug each sensor from the control board, inspect for moisture or corrosion, dry thoroughly, and reconnect firmly.
  • 3. Inspect cables: Look for crushed, cut, or melted insulation along the sensor leads. Replace any damaged sensor assemblies.
  • 4. Replace suspect sensor: If SE persists, replace one sensor at a time (starting with the water temperature sensor) using Coleman-compatible parts.
  • 5. Control board diagnosis: If new sensors do not clear SE, the board's sensor input circuits may be shorted and the control pack will need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)
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