E5
Danby Relay or Triac Failure on Control Board

Display shows E5; oven may not heat or may have erratic operation.

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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

Failed bake or broil relay, Shorted triac controlling elements, Heat damage to control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power before accessing the control board. High voltages are present on relay contacts.

  • Visual inspection: Remove the control panel and inspect the board for burnt relay contacts, darkened areas, or cracked solder joints near the element relays.
  • Check element operation: If only one function (bake or broil) fails with E5, suspect the corresponding relay. If both fail, the board's power section may be damaged.
  • Replace control board: Danby control boards are not typically repaired at component level. Replace the entire board with the correct part number.
  • Verify cooling: Ensure the control area cooling fan (if equipped) is working to prevent repeat failures.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Electronic Oven Control Board
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