E5
Bauknecht Water Inlet Valve or Flow Error

E5 error displayed, ice maker stops, water may not enter the ice tray.

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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

Defective water inlet valve coil, Blocked inlet filter screen, Low household water pressure to ice maker

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off the water supply and unplug the unit before working on the water system.

Procedure:

  • Check water supply: Ensure the shutoff valve feeding the Bauknecht ice maker is fully open. Verify water pressure (ideally above 1.5 bar).
  • Inspect inlet hose: Disconnect the hose from the rear of the unit and check for kinks, crushing, or internal blockage. Clean or replace as needed.
  • Clean inlet filter: Many Bauknecht valves have a small mesh filter at the valve inlet. Remove and rinse under running water to clear debris.
  • Test valve coil: With the valve disconnected, measure coil resistance. An open circuit indicates a failed valve. Replace the water inlet valve assembly if defective.
  • Check for leaks: After reassembly, slowly turn on water and inspect for drips at all connections.

Once water flow is restored, reconnect power and run a test cycle to confirm the E5 code is cleared.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Water Inlet Valve
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