E16
Candy NTC Temperature Sensor Fault (Wash Circuit)

Washer-dryer stops with E16; often associated with water heating or temperature sensing issues.

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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 or shorted NTC sensor, Loose NTC connector, Damaged wiring from NTC to PCB, Control board analog input failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance before accessing the heater area.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Locate the NTC: On Candy combos, the wash NTC is usually mounted in the heater flange or directly in the tub wall near the heater.
  • Test the NTC: Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance at room temperature. Compare with Candy specifications (commonly 20–30 kΩ at 20°C). If reading is very low (short) or infinite (open), replace the NTC.
  • Inspect connector and wiring: Ensure the NTC plug is tight and free of corrosion. Trace the cable to the PCB and check for damage.
  • Reassemble and test: After replacing or reseating the NTC, run a warm wash and confirm that the error does not reappear.

When to call a technician: If a known-good NTC still triggers E16, the PCB input circuit may be faulty and should be checked by a professional.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

NTC Temperature Sensor
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