Hob error codes are most often related to overheating, unsuitable cookware, ventilation or electronics. Here you will find an overview of the most common messages from induction and glass-ceramic hobs of various brands, including possible causes and solutions. Cooling the hob, cleaning the controls or checking the cookware will often help.
Modern hobs from Bosch, Siemens, Electrolux, AEG, Whirlpool, Samsung, LG, Beko, Gorenje or Miele display error codes or warnings on the display when there is a problem. It is most often related to overheating, unsuitable cookware, ventilation or electronics.
On this page you will find an overview of the most common hob error messages, their meaning and recommended solutions.
Error codes for hobs – Bosch / Siemens / Neff
- F0 / F1 / E0 / E1 - an error in the electronics or temperature sensor.
- F2 / F4 – overheating of the hob or electronics.
- F / U (flashing) – the hob does not detect the dishes or inappropriate dishes are used.
- E0511 / E0531 – a problem with the electronics, control module or installation.
- H / h – residual heat of the cooking zone.
- L / key symbol – child activated lock.
Most common causes of errors:
- hob overheating
- poor ventilation under the hob
- unsuitable induction cookware
- wet or dirty controls
- electronics or power supply problem
- F0 / F1 / E0 / E1 Mostly an electronics or sensor problem. Rebooting the board by turning off the circuit breaker for 30-60 seconds and cleaning the control panel will often help.
- F2 / F4 The board is overheated. Most often due to long cooking at high power or poor ventilation. It helps to turn off the board and let it cool down.
- F / U The induction plate does not detect the pot or unsuitable cookware is used. Use cookware suitable for induction with a magnetic bottom.
- E0511 / E0531 Often related to electronics, module communication or board installation. If restarting does not help, service is usually required.
- H / h It is not a malfunction. The plate only warns that the cooking zone is still hot.
- L / key symbol The child lock is activated. Unlocking usually works by holding down the key symbol for about 4 seconds.
Error codes for hobs – Electrolux / AEG / Zanussi
- E0 / E1 - electronics or sensor problem
- E2 - cooking zone or electronics overheating
- E3 - power or connection problem
- E6 / E641 - power problem or connection to only one phase
- E8 / E822 - communication error or power problem
- E9 - touch control or configuration problem
- H - residual heat
- Lo / L - child lock activated
- No Pan - hob does not detect dishes.
Most common causes of errors:
- overheating, power supply problem
- unsuitable cookware,
- electronics error
- wet or dirty controls
- E0 / E1 Mostly electronics or sensor error. Restarting the appliance and checking the power supply helps.
- E2 The board is overheated. Let it cool down and check the ventilation under the board
- E6 / E641 Often a power supply problem or connection to only one phase. It is recommended to have the connection checked by an electrician.
- E8 / E822 May be related to module communication or board power supply. If restarting does not help, service is usually required.
- E9 Problem with touch control or electronics configuration.
- No Pan Induction does not recognize the pot. Use suitable induction cookware.
Error codes for hobs – Whirlpool / Indesit
- F02 - temperature sensor problem
- F04 - power supply problem
- F12 - electronics communication error
- F47 - module connection problem
- C - residual heat
- Child Lock - active child lock
- Pan Detection - pot not recognized
Most common causes of errors:
- faulty sensor
- electronics problem
- overheating, unsuitable cookware
- module communication error
Error codes for hobs – Samsung
- SE - touch panel error
- E0 - cookware problem
- E3 - cooking zone overheating
- LE - electronics or communication problem
- Hot - hob is still hot
- Lo - child lock activated
Most common causes of errors:
- wet or dirty controls
- overheating, unsuitable cookware
- electronics problem
Error codes for hobs – LG
- E0 - hob does not detect cookware
- E1 - cooking zone overheating
- E2 - power supply problem
- U - unstable or inappropriate voltage
- H - residual heat
- CL - child lock
Most common causes of errors:
- unsuitable cookware
- overheating
- unstable voltage
- electronics problem
Error codes for hobs – Beko
- E1 - temperature sensor problem
- E2 - hob overheating
- E4 - cooling fan problem
- E6 - electronics error
- H - residual heat
- L - child lock
Most common causes of errors:
- faulty sensor
- fan problem
- overheating, electronics error
Error codes for hobs – Gorenje
- F1 - sensor or electronics problem
- F3 - hob overheating
- F6 - electronics communication error
- U400 - power supply problem
- H - residual heat
- Loc - child lock activated
Most common causes of errors:
- power problem
- overheating
- electronics error
- faulty sensor
Error codes for hobs – Miele
- FE31 - cooling fan problem
- FE47 - module communication error
- FE91 - electronics problem
- Hot - high hob temperature
- Lock - activated lock.
Most common causes of errors:
- faulty fan
- electronics error
- overheating
- power problem
The most common hob problems plates
Hob does not heat. The hob turns on but does not heat.
Possible causes:
- unsuitable cookware
- power problem
- faulty electronics
Solution:
- check a compatible pot
- restart the hob
- check the circuit breaker.
Hob beeps. The board emits an audible signal.
Possible causes:
- wet control
- placed object on the panel
- overheating
Solution:
- dry the controls,
- remove objects
- let the board cool down
Board does not detect pot. Induction does not respond to dishes.
Possible causes:
- unsuitable pot
- small pot diameter
- defective sensor
Solution:
- use induction cookware
- check the bottom of the pot
- restart the appliance
Touch control does not respond. The panel does not respond to touch.
Possible causes:
- wet or grease
- child lock
- electronics error
Solution:
- clean the panel
- turn off the lock
- restart the hob
Hob turns off. Turns itself off while cooking.
Possible causes:
- overheating
- faulty fan
- electronics protection
Solution:
- let the board cool down
- check ventilation
- check space under the hob.
Hob tripped circuit breaker. Power goes out after switching on.
Possible causes:
- short circuit
- faulty electronics
- connection problem
Solution:
- unplug the hob
- check the connection
- contact service
Most problems with hobs are related to overheating, unsuitable cookware or dirty controls. Regular cleaning and proper use can significantly extend the life of the appliance. If the error remains even after restarting the appliance or the hob stops responding, we recommend contacting an authorized service.