E13
Telefunken Heater Overheat Protection Trip

Microwave shows E13 and stops immediately when starting a grill or convection cycle.

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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

Open grill/convection thermal cutout, Blocked airflow around convection fan, Failed convection fan motor, Incorrect installation blocking rear vents

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the microwave and let it cool completely.

  • Check installation: Ensure the Telefunken combination microwave has the clearances specified in the manual, especially at the rear and top.
  • Inspect convection fan: Remove the rear or top cover to access the convection fan. Check that it spins freely and is not obstructed by foil, packaging, or debris.
  • Test thermal cutouts: Locate the thermal cutouts near the grill and convection heater. With power disconnected, test for continuity. Replace any open (non-resettable) cutouts with identical-rated parts.
  • Replace fan motor if needed: If the fan does not run during a convection cycle, test and replace the fan motor.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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