L1
Z Grills Low Temperature Sensor Reading / RTD Open or Disconnected

Display shows L1 and grill temperature reading is extremely low or negative.

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Possible Causes

RTD connector unplugged from control board, Broken RTD wire inside insulation, RTD probe pulled out of mounting hole

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before removing the control panel or probe.

Steps to resolve:

  • Verify probe presence: Check inside the cook chamber to ensure the RTD probe is still mounted in its hole and has not been knocked loose or broken off.
  • Check connections: Remove the control panel and confirm the RTD plug is fully seated on the control board. Reseat it several times to ensure good contact.
  • Inspect cable: Look for any cuts, pinch points, or melted sections along the RTD cable. If the cable is damaged, replace the probe assembly.
  • Continuity test: With the RTD disconnected, measure resistance across its two leads. If the meter shows open circuit (OL), the probe is bad and must be replaced.
  • Install new RTD: Fit a new RTD temperature sensor probe into the chamber wall, secure it, and route the cable safely to the control board.
  • Power up and verify: Plug in the grill and confirm that the temperature reading is reasonable and that L1 is cleared.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

RTD Temperature Sensor Probe
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