E6 Error In Impex Induction Cooker Solved
MAKE AND MODEL: Impex Induction Cooker Model No.Omega H5
COMPLAINT OBSERVED: Flashing E6 error
TROUBLE SHOOTING AND RECTIFICATION DONE: This cooker belonged to my wife. When I tried to heat the milk, E6 error flashed. I knew that it could be due to the Fan not rotating, as I could not hear it starting up when I switched on. So, switched off the power, turned the IC (short form being used for Induction Cooker) upside down, tried to rotate the fan with a spoon and it looked like a bit hard to turn. Though I tried to restart the IC, the same error showed up. So, brought it to my workshop, opened the covers. Opened the sticker cap of the fan and poured a few drops of switch cleaning oil in it and manually rotated it well. It became smooth after a few turns. So, applied power and checked whether the fan was starting on its own. It did. Closed the covers, but did not fix it with screws.
Brought it to the kitchen and tried heating a pot of water, and noticed that the IC was working well without any error codes and the Fan started rotating immediately on switch on (it will run only momentarily for a few seconds when we apply the power). It is a check conducted by the uController at start up. So after finishing the heating process, and allowing the IC to cool off, brought it back to my work table and fixed the screws. IC was once again placed where it was to make my wife happy. Mission accomplished with bonus results and satisfaction got added to its collection bag!
Note: The E6 error can also be due to failure of temperature sensors or improper voltages for the fan. Anyhow, in this case it was a clear cut and straightforward symptom and I could solve it quickly.
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This article was prepared for you by Parasuraman Subramanian from India. He is 70 years old and has more than 30 years’ experience in handling antique equipment like Valve Radio, Amps, Reel Tape Recorders and currently studying latest tech-classes conducted by Kerala State Electronics Technicians’ Association. He has done graduation in BBA degree, private diploma in Radio Engineering and retired as MD of a USA company. Presently working as Consultant to Hospital and other institutions.
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Waleed Rishmawi
October 15, 2020 at 7:52 pm
A repair with love. She is a lucky woman to have a technician in the house...that is what my wife tells me all the time. Good job my friend
Parasuraman S
October 16, 2020 at 2:46 pm
Yes, all wives with a 'built-in' repair system in the house are lucky, but very few acknowledges it, though! (LOL)
Many thanks, dear friend!
Albert van Bemmelen
October 15, 2020 at 10:36 pm
If I'm not mistaken you had fixed this IC (as you shortened the device name) already more times before with success? So the lifespan of this device is probably much longer than average thanks to your good services.
Parasuraman S
October 16, 2020 at 2:47 pm
Yes, you are right and keep a good track of my repairs! Many thanks!
Mário Halm
October 16, 2020 at 3:07 am
I have a doubt :Impex Induction Cooker works with aluminum pan ? Seems to be one in the last photo.I think not! I have one(brand Electrolux) that works only with iron or steel pans.Thanks.
Parasuraman S
October 16, 2020 at 3:03 pm
It is not an aluminium pan. It is made out of stainless steel. Aluminium pan will not work. (Many times images are deceptive!)
Humberto
October 16, 2020 at 10:58 am
Good repair Parasuraman. Wife happy now.
Parasuraman S
October 16, 2020 at 3:04 pm
Yes, dear! She is happy! Many thanks!
Nigel
October 16, 2020 at 6:14 pm
Well done Parasuraman and thanks for sharing. I had one IC (Chef Pro) brought in by my staff displaying EO. Checked and found a faulty 383K resistor. Now he and I are all smiles.
babu ms
October 16, 2020 at 10:14 pm
Sir,
Your nicely explained to attend the fault,it is really a good repair. I am facing one problem in induction stove,that to check the stove with series lamp the bulb is glowing bright.IGBT, 5mf capacitor and 0.33mf capacitor is good, even I have replaced and tested then also same effect, if inductor coil removed bulb getting off for that replaced inductor coil and tested, the series bulb glowing bright.SMPS 5volt supply is ok.Where could be the fault, can you guide me to solve the problem. Thank you very much for your article.