E8
Zanussi Dual-Zone Communication / Zone Control Fault

E8 displayed, temperature display may flash; unit may overcool or not reach set temperature.

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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

Communication failure between upper and lower zone boards, Faulty zone divider sensor, Damaged interconnect harness between zones, Partial failure of zone control PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect mains power before accessing internal wiring or control boards.

Steps:

  • Identify model type: E8 is more common on dual-zone Zanussi wine coolers. Confirm if your model has separate upper and lower temperature controls.
  • Check interconnect harness: Remove the rear panel and locate the harness linking the upper and lower zone controls. Inspect for pinched, cut, or disconnected wires.
  • Reseat connectors: Unplug and firmly reconnect the multi-pin connectors at both ends of the interconnect harness.
  • Inspect zone divider sensor: Some models use a sensor near the mid-divider between zones. Check for damage and test resistance as with other NTC sensors.
  • Swap sensor connections (if possible): On some boards, you can temporarily swap upper and lower sensor connectors to see if the error follows a sensor or stays with a board channel. Only do this if clearly labeled and you can return them correctly.
  • Replace faulty component: Replace the damaged harness, divider sensor, or zone control PCB as indicated by testing.

Note: If you are unsure about board-level diagnostics, contact a Zanussi service center for dual-zone control issues.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Zone Interconnect Harness / Zone Control PCB
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