E13
DAB Real‑Time Clock / Internal Timer Error

Pump shows E13 and cannot be controlled by built‑in timer or schedules

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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 RTC chip on DAB control board, Depleted backup battery (if fitted), Firmware corruption, Power interruptions during programming

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Ensure the pump is on a stable power supply.

Steps to check:

  • Reset time and date: Enter the DAB control menu and reprogram the current time, date, and schedules according to the user manual.
  • Power cycle: Turn power off for 2–3 minutes, then back on. Check if E13 clears.
  • Check backup battery: If accessible, inspect or replace the small coin‑cell battery on the control PCB (if present), observing polarity.
  • Firmware update: If DAB provides firmware updates for your model, apply them as per instructions.
  • Persistent E13: Indicates a defective RTC circuit; replace the DAB control module.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

DAB control module
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