E9
GE
EEPROM / Control Board Memory Error
Display shows E9 and the wine cooler may shut down or show erratic operation after a power event.
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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
Corrupted control board firmware, voltage spike or surge damage, failed EEPROM chip on main board, loose control board connectors
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Disconnect power before accessing the control board.
- Power reset: Unplug the wine cooler for at least 10 minutes to allow capacitors to discharge, then restore power. If E9 returns, continue.
- Inspect wiring: Remove the rear or top panel to access the main control board. Check all harness connectors for secure fit and signs of heat damage.
- Surge protection: If the error followed a storm or outage, consider using a surge protector once the unit is repaired.
- Replace control board: If connections are good and E9 persists, replace the main control board with the correct GE part number for your model.
After replacement, reprogram any temperature settings and verify stable operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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