Digital display shows E1 and cabinet temperature is not matching the set temperature; unit may run continuously or short-cycle.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the BODEGA43 wine cooler from the mains before removing panels or touching internal wiring.
Step-by-step checks:
- Power reset: Disconnect power for 5–10 minutes, then reconnect. If E1 returns, continue with diagnostics.
- Access the cabinet sensor: On most BODEGA43 models, the cabinet NTC sensor is clipped to the evaporator cover or mounted on the rear interior wall behind a small plastic cover. Remove interior shelves and the rear plastic panel to expose it.
- Inspect the sensor and wiring: Look for broken insulation, pinched wires, or a loose plug where the sensor connects to the main control board (usually behind the rear metal panel).
- Test the sensor: With a multimeter set to resistance (kΩ), measure across the two sensor leads. At room temperature (20–25°C), most BODEGA43 NTC sensors read roughly 5–10 kΩ. An infinite reading indicates an open sensor; near 0 Ω indicates a shorted sensor.
- Check the connector on the PCB: Ensure the sensor plug is fully seated on the main control board and that pins are not corroded or bent.
- Replace if faulty: If readings are out of range or the sensor is physically damaged, replace the cabinet temperature sensor (NTC probe) with a compatible BODEGA43 part. Route the new sensor along the original path and secure it away from moving parts and sharp edges.
- Reassemble and test: Reinstall the interior panel and shelves, restore power, and verify that the E1 code clears and the temperature stabilizes within a few hours.
When to call a technician: If a known-good sensor still triggers E1, the main control board may have a defective sensor input circuit and should be diagnosed or replaced by a professional.
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