E5
Magic Chef
Touch Control Panel Overheat or Sensor Error
Cooktop displays E5 and may not respond to touch inputs.
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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
Excessive heat rising from oven below, Faulty touch sensor IC, Loose or damaged touch control harness, Blocked ventilation around control area
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off all burners and the oven, then switch off power at the breaker if removing panels.
Steps:
- Cool-down: Allow the unit to cool completely. If E5 clears after cooling, avoid running high oven temperatures with multiple top burners on maximum simultaneously.
- Ventilation: Ensure the control panel vents are not blocked by foil, trim, or cabinetry modifications.
- Inspect control board: Remove the control panel and inspect the touch control board for heat damage. Reseat connectors.
- Replace control: If E5 recurs quickly under normal use, replace the touch control/user interface board.
Tip: Verify that the oven door gasket is sealing properly; excessive heat leakage can overheat the control area.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Touch Control/User Interface Board
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