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title: "Garland E05: the power knob or its sensor has a problem"
description: "What E05 means on Garland E05: the power knob or its sensor has a problems, what to check before booking, and when it is not a failure at all."
url: "https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e05/"
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# Garland E05: the power knob or its sensor has a problem

The knob on a Garland induction unit turns a potentiometer that tells the generator how much power to send.

## What E05 actually means.

The knob on a Garland induction unit turns a potentiometer that tells the generator how much power to send. When that part or the power switch reads wrong, the unit switches off and shows E05, or five short flashes after each long one. Garland's only action for it is a service call.

Garland commercial appliance display · also shown as 5 short flashes after each long flash

What to do when E05 shows on the commercial appliance

### Kind of code Controls and power

The controller itself is reporting trouble, or the supply behind it is: a display with dead segments, a keypad that stopped responding after steam or degreaser got behind it, relays that stick, stored recipes or cycles that vanished overnight, a blown control fuse, or one leg of a three-phase feed missing so half the heat or the pump is gone. A full power cycle at the breaker, done as the manual describes, clears a passing glitch; a code that returns, a scorched smell or any sign of moisture behind the panel means the breaker stays off, and that is a visit.

### Usually leads to Commercial controls and board repair

Controllers, touch panels, relays, contactors and interlocks tested, and replaced only when the evidence says so.

### Shows up as Commercial Appliance Error Code on a Combi, Fryer, Dish Machine or Laundry Display

A commercial appliance error code appears as letters or numbers on a combi, fryer, reach-in controller, dish machine or laundry machine display, or as a flashing light or an alarm tone.

### Make Garland

Garland equipment on a cooking line is usually looked at after close, when every burner is cold and the grates can come up without rushing a cook.

### Source Garland Induction Counter-Top Series dual base-line models GI-SH/DU/BA installation, operation and maintenance manual, part number 4532290 Rev 3

Garland counter-top induction cook-tops, woks and griddles (GI-SH/DU/BA, GI-BH/BA, GI-SH/BA, GI-SH/GR). Units with a digital display show the E number; units with only an indicator lamp show the flash count instead.

## Before you book, in this order.

Each step comes from Garland's own guidance for E05 on its commercial appliances. Follow it to the end: the last card says whether this is a visit.

01

Turn the knob back to off and switch the unit off at its power switch.

02

Wipe spills away from the knob so no liquid runs into it.

03

Switch back on once to see if E05 returns.

04

Book a visit if it does, since the switch or potentiometer needs replacement.

### Still there?

It usually turns into [commercial controls and board repair](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/services/commercial-controls-and-board-repair/). Book with the code and the model number.

### What not to do

E05 is not a cookware or overheating code, so changing the pan or letting the unit cool will not clear it. A knob that feels loose or gritty is a strong hint that E05 will follow.

## What you may notice with it.

The commercial appliance problem E05 tends to arrive with. Answer these at the commercial appliance before anyone is booked.

[All problems](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/problems/)

Before you call

### [Commercial Appliance Error Code on a Combi, Fryer, Dish Machine or Laundry Display](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/problems/commercial-error-code/)

[All 8 causes, cheapest first](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/problems/commercial-error-code/)

Problem

### Commercial Appliance Error Code on a Combi, Fryer, Dish Machine or Laundry Display

8 causes, cheapest first

Where E05 usually leads

## Commercial controls and board repair.

**Controller, touch panel, probe or sensor, relay, contactor, power supply, door switch or interlock, tested before anything is changed · moderate.**

Book a visit [What the job involves](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/services/commercial-controls-and-board-repair/)

## Garland commercial appliances.

Garland equipment on a cooking line is usually looked at after close, when every burner is cold and the grates can come up without rushing a cook.

[Garland commercial appliance repair](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/brands/garland/)

More Garland codes

[E01](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e01/) [E02](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e02/) [E03](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e03/) [E04](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e04/) [E06](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e06/) [E10](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e10/) [E12](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e12/) [E21](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e21/) [E22](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e22/) [E29](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e29/) [E47](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/garland-e47/)

Controls and power on other makes

[Alto-Shaam E02](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/alto-shaam-e02/) [Beverage-Air uLi](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/beverage-air-uli/) [Blodgett Com Error](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/blodgett-com-error/) [Delfield uLi](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/delfield-uli/) [Dexter F1](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/dexter-f1/) [Frymaster E19](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/frymaster-e19/) [Hatco Communication Error](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/hatco-communication-error/) [Henny Penny E-4](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/henny-penny-e-4/)

[All 61 codes of this kind](https://commercialappliancerepair.center/error-codes/#family-board)

Garland builds this

### Commercial cooking equipment

Fryers, griddles, charbroilers, restaurant ranges, convection and combi ovens, steamers, kettles, holding cabinets and toasters, on gas or electric, that make up the hot side of a kitchen line.

## In Garland's own words

> Power switch/potentiometer error.

[Garland Induction Counter-Top Series dual base-line models GI-SH/DU/BA installation, operation and maintenance manual, part number 4532290 Rev 3](https://www.garland-group.com/asset?id=wilbv)

Every code on this site is taken from the manufacturer's documentation, never from a forum or a parts listing. Garland counter-top induction cook-tops, woks and griddles (GI-SH/DU/BA, GI-BH/BA, GI-SH/BA, GI-SH/GR). Units with a digital display show the E number; units with only an indicator lamp show the flash count instead.

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For the heart of your home.

## Questions about E05.

### Can I clear E05 myself?

Turn the knob back to off and switch the unit off at its power switch. If it comes back, it needs a visit.

### Can spilled liquid cause E05 on a Garland?

It can. Liquid that runs down a knob shaft can reach the potentiometer. Keep the knob area wiped dry.

### Is E05 on a Garland a quick repair?

It usually means replacing the potentiometer or switch, which is a routine part change for a technician.

### Can I use the Garland with E05 if it comes back on?

If the unit restarts and responds normally to the knob, you can finish the service carefully, but book the repair.

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