Error code reference

Magic Chef Dryer Error Code E3

User interface (keyswitch) or software mismatch between control panel/touchpad assembly and electronic control assembly; only appears in Diagnostic Test Mode.

SourceDryer - Tech Sheet: Diagnostic Guide & Error Codes (3978624)p. 1

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Diagnostic procedure

The full E3 procedure

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First diagnostic step

Check the component part numbers of the control panel/touchpad assembly and the electronic control assembly to see if they match the part numbers in the chart on page 3; replace either component if incorrect. If correct, proceed to Test #5.

SourceDryer - Tech Sheet: Diagnostic Guide & Error Codes (3978624)p. 1

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Where this code is documented

2 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for Magic Chef dryer.

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