E16
Hansa Drum Sensor/Grounding Fault

Dryer displays E16, often related to sensor drying programs not working correctly.

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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

Poor grounding of the drum, Worn carbon brushes on drum grounding, Broken ground strap, Faulty sensor electronics.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Always unplug the dryer before accessing internal components.

  • Check earth/ground connection: Verify that the power outlet has a proper earth connection. Inspect the dryer's power cord and the internal earth wire from the terminal block to the chassis.
  • Inspect drum grounding: Some Hansa dryers use a grounding brush or strap contacting the drum. Access the side or rear panel and locate this component. Ensure it presses firmly on the drum and is not excessively worn.
  • Clean contact area: Lightly clean the drum surface where the brush makes contact to remove oxidation or residue.

If grounding components are damaged, replace the drum grounding brush or strap. Persistent E16 may indicate a fault in the sensor circuit on the main PCB.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Drum Grounding Brush
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