E7 error appears when trying to start a program; unit may not heat.

Safety first: Unplug the cooker and wait for it to cool. Internal electrical testing should only be done if you are experienced with electronics.

• Check for basic heating: Try a simple Warm or Sauté mode. If the plate never warms at all, suspect the heating circuit.
• Inspect wiring: Remove the bottom cover and inspect the wires from the control board to the heating plate. Look for burnt connectors, loose spade terminals, or broken wires. Repair or replace damaged wiring.
• Test heating element: Disconnect the heater leads and measure resistance across the heating plate element. A typical value is between 20–60Ω. An open circuit (infinite resistance) indicates a failed heating element.
• Check thermal fuse: Many Hamilton Beach multicookers have a thermal fuse attached to the heating plate. Test it for continuity. If open, replace the thermal fuse with the same temperature and current rating.
• Control board replacement: If the heater and thermal fuse test good but E7 persists and no power is sent to the heater, the main control PCB (triac/relay) is likely faulty and must be replaced.