E16
Pevino
Short Circuit / Ground Fault in Appliance
Display shows E16 and the unit may trip the household breaker or blow fuses.
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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
Shorted compressor windings, Pinched wiring harness to fan or heater, Moisture in electrical connections, Failed main control board with internal short
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit immediately. Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker.
- Visual inspection: Remove rear and lower panels and inspect all visible wiring for melted insulation, burn marks, or pinched sections against metal.
- Check compressor: With a multimeter, test resistance between each compressor terminal and ground. Any continuity indicates a grounded compressor, which requires compressor replacement by a professional.
- Inspect heater and fans: Disconnect the defrost heater and fan motors one at a time and test if the breaker still trips when the unit is powered (only if you are qualified). This can help isolate the faulty component.
- Board inspection: Examine the main control board for obvious shorts or burnt components.
- Professional service: For confirmed shorts in the sealed system or main board, contact a qualified technician for component replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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