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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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  • #1 8655415
    Gniewko1
    Level 2  
    I have a TEKA GKST 60 I4 B induction cooker - one box shows error E4
    maybe someone knows what it means?
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  • #2 8655670
    mrhari
    VIP Meritorious for electroda.pl  
    E4 is a configuration error. The electronics should be reprogrammed. It does not always help, sometimes there is only replacement or repair.
  • #3 8658946
    Gniewko1
    Level 2  
    How to reprogram the electronics?
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  • #4 8716899
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    Well, what does it mean to reprogram the electronics and how to do it? Because I already have two fields with E4 error. I noticed that the two small capacitors are convex, and they are responsible for small fields, i.e. those that do not work (error E4). Could they be the cause of the E4 error? Apparently, E4 is a "non-functioning field", and there can be many reasons, from electronics to a blown inductive field.
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  • #5 8718638
    grzeg0
    Level 17  
    Hello.
    Here's how to reprogram GKST 60414, but it is probably damaged the hotplate :arrow: Link .
    Good luck
  • #6 8727367
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    grzeg0 wrote:
    Here's how to reprogram GKST 60414, but it's probably a damaged cooking zone.
    , but you probably did not include the reprogramming instructions for the disc.

    I took a colleague today for the record and after replacing the capacitors unchanged. The disc does not work anymore. Resistance of both good large and small heating fields is the same and amounts to about 1.45? (measured in places marked in red). It follows that the heating fields are good. We compared the parameters of power transistors (marked in blue) with small fields and large fields and are the same. After changing the control wires also unchanged, error E4 is still there. How does power transistors work at all? There is one on 3 feet and one on 4 feet. Do you have an idea what could be unreliable?
    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
  • #7 8743982
    grzeg0
    Level 17  
    Here is the instruction how to reprogram GKST 60414
    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
  • #8 8803658
    JacaP30
    Level 16  
    Well, what happened to this E4 because I have the same? :?:
  • #9 8811105
    kajtekroman
    Level 10  
    Replace the cooking zone and configure it according to the instructions ...
  • #10 8839773
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    Gentlemen, I gave the entire electronic heating field for measurements and everything is supposedly working, and these two fields are not working. The calibration does not give anything, the letter "C" is still blinking. Is measuring the resistance of this heating wire sufficient to check the correctness of operation?
    I do not know how to fix it and I will probably be forced to buy a new heating field, the entire module including electronics. Do you have any ideas yet?
    If these fields are to fall so quickly, I do not recommend induction, because no savings.
  • #11 8872496
    grzeg0
    Level 17  
    Pin this heating field that does not work in a different place where others work and you will know if the field or electronics are damaged.
  • #12 9024907
    kindra
    Level 2  
    Hello all.
    I have had the same E-4 error for a year since yesterday on two heating fields. I tried to reconfigure (according to the instructions given above) and nothing, although actually on the 2 non-working fields shows "C" instead of "-".
    I tried to put fields in place and not set up, but it also did not do anything. In the reverse, also in the place of not working, working and nothing.

    It seems that the control has fallen. Do you have any more suggestions? I found a website in Wroclaw "Darjus" on the Polish website of the manufacturer, do you have any experience with it? Has anyone managed to eliminate it in any way?
    greetings
  • #13 9029116
    grzeg0
    Level 17  
    Hello. Remember that you can not program two fields at once! First one field, then turn off the disc and the next.
  • #14 9029845
    kindra
    Level 2  
    Thanks to Grzeg0, I tried different combinations, always flashing "C" and unfortunately nothing happens.
    Today, at the urging of my wife, I finally called to the service, they said it was a damaged field and that they will come to replace it, happiness in disguise that I have 2 + 2 guarantees, so I have a partial warranty. Unfortunately, they want about 100 for labor.
    We will see what will happen next, let me know how they will succeed.
    greetings
  • #15 9058436
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    kindra let me know if they have replaced the whole element or only the heating field (this copper wire). My field lies at the electronics and what would not check it all is good, and the motherboard does not work, I set up just like you, but I do not have a guarantee anymore. The cost of the whole element, including electronics, was estimated at PLN 280 / unit. I will check the resistors and will only have to buy a new disc, or wait until the third box is damaged and I will buy a new one this time, because Teka's parts are probably only on the site.
  • #16 9100961
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    Well, it's fixed. There were resistors 39? , I replaced it on 33? and also fields work without field configuration. Check your power transistor and resistor, because they are usually damaged.
  • #17 9102651
    kindra
    Level 2  
    Hello.
    For me there was a service, they exchanged two heating fields (all: winding + electronics) - fortunately I had them under warranty. I asked about the cost of the new field is PLN 300, so after the warranty, if the 3 fields are damaged, it is probably unprofitable.
    Of course, you can repair yourself, as a colleague wrote - thanks for your valuable comments (probably after the guarantee I will do this). Apparently the damage is related to voltage drops. Perhaps there is a defective sensor "detecting" the pot, because once I managed to configure the damaged field so that there was no error E-4, but all the time was the message no pot.

    I greet everyone
  • #18 9496238
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    I am coming back to the problem, because one of the fields with the 33? resistor has been replaced, so I decided to replace the resistors at 39? / 3W in all fields and the stairs started. When the fields are taken out, the next ones fall over and over again. Is the fact that there is no one field in the disc (it is physically removed) that can cause the resistor to fall? Why do they fall when there is no field?
  • #19 9641169
    cmalo
    Level 2  
    Something new on this topic? I have a broken field, 39? resistor and 22?F capacitors are whole, H30R120 also looks good, and the field from time to time E4 shows and sometimes works ...
  • #20 9802285
    skowalczyk
    Level 2  
    Hello all.
    I would like to add something from myself. In my 2 plus 2 warranty, I had the three fields listed, of course the error message E4 was earlier. However, after the warranty showed me this error in the last box. I took out this field was a damaged 39? resistor and there were no visible signs of damage, I replaced it with something stronger with similar resistance and the field works without any other configurations.
    I think the disadvantage of these boards is that.
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  • #21 9802310
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    skowalczyk wrote:
    I think the disadvantage of these boards is this

    I confirm, in my opinion, it is enough to replace the resistor with a higher power. At my original 3W I exchanged every few moments until I put 5W ceramic and calm.
  • #22 9803651
    machefi
    Home appliances specialist  
    koval1980 wrote:

    How does power transistors work at all? There is one on 3 feet and one on 4 feet.
    The element on four legs is not a transistor, and the rectifier bridge, the element on three legs is the IGBT power transistor.
  • #23 9832012
    gsg
    Level 11  
    Hey.
    For me, in GKST6014 E4 appeared on a large EGO field 75.08010.200, ie 23000W. I measured the resistor in this field (without desoldering) - it is 15? according to the bar code - brown, green, black. How to check in a circuit on the mV transistor? Determination of transistor GAM 634 - I can not find the pin markings. Graetz rectifier bridge checked-good. I noticed in the power supply convex 470?F / 25V capacitors. Is there anything else you can do. Is it possible to buy and exchange the above mentioned box, where can it be and is it profitable?
  • #25 9941679
    szczerbaty66
    Level 11  
    Well, in my last month two fields were dropped - large and small. Earlier, still on the warranty, one field was mentioned. The cost of a large field is 290 PLN, a small 280 PLN in the service. It's probably better to buy a new album - just what brand, so that there are no surprises? If this is the case with induction hobs, it is better to give them peace and go to gas.
  • #26 9951696
    gsg
    Level 11  
    Hello.
    Can the above plate be used with one or two hotplates removed?
    Is it threatened with damage?
  • #27 9973284
    koval1980
    Level 11  
    gsg , I tested different combinations when the resistors fell on me and the disc will work on two fields, provided that you have the left small field mounted, no matter if it works or not. I do not know why, but I had to have this field inserted, and then it worked. There is nothing to be afraid of, I started this record a dozen times, until I replaced the 5W ceramic resistors. Try it, maybe you can fix it yourself.
  • #28 17167356
    monika2027_n7
    Level 11  
    I will join the topic, I have two capacitors 4.7?F / 400V and 0.27?F / 1000V. After replacing them, it works like a new one. greetings
  • #29 18604878
    serenus
    Level 11  
    I had two fields (small) with the message E4. I measured the resistors and 39? resistors fell on both fields, and replaced them with ceramic 5W and works even without programming.

    However, as for programming, the instruction is not very precisely written because it assumes that while programming you should repeat points from 1 to 3, and you need from 1 to 4 and only then you can program. I will add that before programming it is best to delete the memory of all halves by pressing and holding "button" "-" - then all fields are programmed from the beginning.
  • #30 19143985
    ydvo
    Level 5  
    Hi,

    As he wrote @serenus the manual is not precise. I followed what he wrote and I was able to move on to the field programming stage. However, there was a problem - all fields are configurable, except the upper (small) right. After placing the pot on it, pressing the appropriate "+" on the console, the letter "C" starts flashing on it, but the "-" (meaning the correct field configuration) does not appear.

    Does this mean the problem is with the hardware? If not, do you have any idea if you can try to do something else from the programming level?
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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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