Why is error code e218 coming up periodically? Both upper and lower fans are working and he problem is intermittent. Resets and works for awhile after turning power off and then back on.
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The E218 error indicates a problem with the lower cooling fan. The fan could be moving too slowly or too fast. There may be something blocking the fan or a damaged wire providing the wrong feedback to the control board.
You can try resetting the error by disconnecting the power for 5 minutes or so. Turning off the power with the appropriate circuit breaker is the easiest option. Then check what happens when you start the oven again. If the problem recurs, then you need to check the wiring and for anything interfering with the fan circulation. The Hall Effect sensor should also be checked. Most often the fan needs to be replaced.
Please add a comment with the model number of the appliance for specifics for your oven.
Reversed high and low speed wires
Hall effect sensor not seated properly
Wire routing coming in contact with the rubber end cap on the cooling fan
Upper plenum coming in contact with the rubber end cap on the cooling fan
Reversed high and low speed wires
Hall effect sensor not seated properly
Wire routing coming in contact with the rubber end cap on the cooling fan
Upper plenum coming in contact with the rubber end cap on the cooling fan
Which half of the "H" is missing upper, lower, left, or right ? Do you want to attempt the repair yourself ? If not, then it does not matter what the code means-----you still need to call an expert. You can try something on your own: unplug the electric cord, wait 2 minutes and replug. This sometimes resets the electronics and the code fault will then disappear and possibly the oven will work. If the code still shows, or the oven will not work , you need the expert. Good luck, Macgivor
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