E19
EcoSmart External Control / Modbus / BMS Communication Fault (if equipped)

Display shows E19; unit may not respond to remote or external control signals.

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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

Disconnected external control wiring, Incorrect polarity or wiring on communication terminals, Faulty external controller, Damaged communication port on control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn OFF power before working on low-voltage control wiring.

  • Check external wiring: Inspect the low-voltage terminals used for remote control or BMS integration. Ensure wires are secure and correctly landed per EcoSmart wiring diagrams.
  • Verify polarity and protocol: Confirm that the external controller is wired with correct polarity and configured for the communication protocol supported by your EcoSmart model.
  • Isolate the heater: Temporarily disconnect external control wiring and operate the heater in standalone mode. If E19 clears, the issue is with the external system.
  • Test with known-good controller: If available, test communication with a different controller to rule out external device failure.
  • Board service: If E19 persists with no external wiring connected, the communication interface on the control board may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Main Control Board (Communication Interface)
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