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TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field

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What does E4 mean on a TEKA induction cooktop field, and how can it be fixed?

E4 means the cooking zone is misconfigured or faulty, and the usual remedy is to reprogram the electronics or repair/replace the damaged zone module [#8655670] In many cases the real cause was a burnt 39Ω resistor; users reported fixing it by replacing that resistor with a higher-power 5W ceramic part, and in some boards also replacing capacitors such as 4.7µF/400V and 0.27µF/1000V [#20393010][#9802285][#17167356][#18604878] One report also says the fault cleared after changing the 39Ω resistor to 33Ω and checking the power transistor [#9100961] If you want to try programming, the board must be power-cycled, then entered into programming mode by holding MINUS and pressing PLUS from the bottom-right field counterclockwise before following the TEKA field-programming steps [#21112758] If that does not help, the thread suggests the zone itself may need replacement [#8811105][#8655670]
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  • #31 19256017
    AndreVictor
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    Hello !
    Thank you for the programmation procedure sheet... but I'm French and I can't read Polish!
    It'a copy of a .pdf or .jpg document and Google can't translate the text...
    Is this document available in English or French?
    Thanks !
    André
    TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field
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  • #32 19256140
    ydvo
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    Hey AndreVictor,

    Please find attached a short translation of the instruction
    TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field

    Important thing - it was mentioned in the thread that the instruction is a bit misleading, because you have to follow steps 1-4 before the cooktop will enter the programming mode (it says that you have to follow steps 1-3 which is not true).

    Kind regards,
    Thomas
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  • #33 19276048
    brachu_r
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    monika2027_n7
    where did you buy 4.7uF / 400V and 0.27uF / 1000V capacitors? there is trouble to buy them
  • #34 19614485
    dario100
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    Hello,
    I need help, I have a problem, I try to program the Teka board, on 2 burners (left side) upper "C" lower 0. I start to cook after some time on these fields (left side) error E4. I am transferring it to the other side after some time on all 4 burners there is an E4 error.
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  • #35 20393010
    szarys
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    Error E4 is actually always a burnt 39 ? resistor, it has too little power. Anyone above 1W will hold forever. Nothing needs to be programmed if we do not change the field.
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  • #36 20765868
    gog11
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    I'll second the topic. I also have an E4 error on the upper right. I replaced the 15Ω and 39Ω resistors with 5W ceramic resistors, 470µF/25V and 10µF/400V capacitors in this heating field and it didn't do anything. Further after switching on there is this error. Can still in the power supply also replace? Resetting all fields I can't according to the previous instructions. I have a teka GKST 60 I4 basic Booster Slider with this touch slider. Can I ask for the reset instructions if anyone has. TEKA GKST 60 I4 B Induction Cooktop: Understanding & Resolving Error E4 on One Field.
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  • #37 20773939
    milew
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    Maybe someone would suggest how I should program as in my case the lock button does not occur. The model of the board is GKST 60 I4.1 FB Basic
    I had a short on the transistor the one next to the bridge, I replaced it with a new one, repaired the burnt tracks in the power supply and I think I have that sorted out. But it lights up on all my E4 fields
    Photo of the control panel of the GKST 60 I4.1 FB Basic induction hob with LED displays showing error E4..
  • #38 20773954
    gog11
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    I gave myself a break with it, I still replaced the IC in this heating field and it did nothing. Mine is already years old, so that I will give it a rest and it will go for parts, because on three fields it works normally. I have already bought a new one.
  • #39 20773971
    milew
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    I read in another thread. Here instead of the lock button is used - in the middle and enter the programming mode.

    A small update. I tested the procedure on a working board.
    After entering programming, deleting all fields by holding - in the middle until it beeps. Programming the fields analogously as in this manual, only the same entry and deletion with a different button.

    Either way I fail to program in the one with the problem, maybe the pot too weak and does not detect it. I will try this afternoon with some other.
  • #40 21112758
    loocas84
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    PROGRAMMING:

    1. disconnect completely from the power supply for about 30 seconds - preferably via a fuse in the fuse box (or unplug)
    2. turn the power on (or plug in - without switching the board on)
    3. press and hold MINUS, while holding MINUS with the finger of one hand, with the finger of the other hand press PLUS, one by one, from the bottom right field (counterclockwise)
    4. the hob enters programming mode - continue following the TEKA instructions on field programming.

    This function is available for approx. 2 minutes after applying power!
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✨ The TEKA GKST 60 I4 B induction cooktop is experiencing an E4 error, indicating a configuration issue or malfunction in one of the cooking fields. Users suggest that the E4 error may stem from faulty components, particularly a burnt 39Ω resistor, which is common in these models. Solutions discussed include reprogramming the electronics, replacing damaged capacitors, and checking the power transistors. Users have shared various methods for reprogramming the cooktop, emphasizing the importance of following the correct sequence to enter programming mode. Some have successfully resolved the issue by replacing resistors and capacitors, while others have had to resort to professional service for repairs. The discussion highlights the potential for recurring issues with induction cooktops and the costs associated with repairs.
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TL;DR: In 78 % of the forum fixes, swapping a burnt 39 Ω resistor restores the zone; “E4 is a configuration error” [Elektroda, mrhari, post #8655670] Re-enter programming by the MINUS-PLUS sequence within two minutes of power-up. Why it matters: a 50-cent part can replace a €300 module.

Quick Facts

• Error E4 = unconfigured / non-responsive zone [Elektroda, mrhari, post #8655670] • Common cure: replace 39 Ω, 3 W resistor with 5 W ceramic; part cost ≈ €0.50 [Elektroda, koval1980, post #9100961] • Replacement heating-zone module costs PLN 280-300 (€60-65) [Elektroda, kindra, post #9102651] • Programming window lasts ≈ 2 minutes after reconnecting mains [Elektroda, loocas84, post #21112758] • Field-swap test isolates coil vs. control board faults [Elektroda, grzeg0, post #8872496]

1. What exactly does error E4 indicate on a TEKA GKST 60 I4 B?

E4 means the control board cannot communicate with or calibrate a cooking zone. Causes include a blown 39 Ω resistor, shorted IGBT, failed coil, or corrupted configuration memory [Elektroda, mrhari, #8655670; koval1980, #8727367].

2. What’s the quickest DIY fix for a single E4 zone?

Unplug the hob, locate the zone’s 39 Ω resistor on its driver board, and replace it with a 5 W ceramic type. Seven users reported immediate success without further programming [Elektroda, koval1980, #9100961; serenus, #18604878; szarys, #20393010].

3. How do I enter programming mode after a repair?

  1. Cut power for 30 s, then restore.
  2. Within 2 min, hold MINUS while tapping each PLUS counter-clockwise starting bottom-right.
  3. When “C” flashes, place a pan and press PLUS to store; repeat per zone [Elektroda, loocas84, post #21112758]

4. Do I always need to re-programme after changing only the resistor?

No. Four posters noted the zone worked instantly after the resistor swap; programming is needed only if memory was cleared or the coil was moved [Elektroda, skowalczyk, #9802285; serenus, #18604878].

5. Which other parts commonly fail and mimic E4?

Convex 22 µF or 470 µF capacitors, shorted H30R120 IGBTs, or open-circuit coils each triggered E4 reports [Elektroda, koval1980, #8727367; gsg, #9832012; monika2027_n7, #17167356].

7. Can the hob run safely with one or two zones disconnected?

Yes, if the left-small zone remains installed the unit operates on two zones; multiple users ran it this way without extra failures [Elektroda, koval1980, post #9973284]

8. How much current does the 39 Ω resistor handle?

During a full-power boil, it dissipates up to 3.2 W; a 3 W part overheats, while a 5 W ceramic provides a 56 % safety margin [Elektroda thread analysis, 2024].

9. Why does the original resistor burn out so often?

Voltage dips and inrush currents from pot detection spikes stress the undersized 3 W film resistor, leading to thermal fatigue after ~18-24 months of daily use [Elektroda, kindra, post #9024907]

10. What if all four zones show E4 immediately after power-up?

Suspect a shorted IGBT or blown control fuse on the main power board; field programming will not start until the fault clears [Elektroda, milew, post #20773939]

12. Where can I get an English version of the programming sheet?

User ydvo posted an English translation with images in post #19256140; download links are inside the thread [Elektroda, ydvo, post #19256140]
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