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E8

E8 — Thermocouple Error

Weber · SmokeFire Grills

What does E8 mean?

The grill's temperature sensor (thermocouple) is not functioning correctly, leading to inaccurate temperature readings. The grill will automatically run a shutdown procedure if it is hot.

Common Causes

  • Faulty thermocouple

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Allow the grill to complete its shutdown procedure and cool completely. Do not unplug or power off during shutdown.

  2. 2

    Power off the grill and unplug it from the power source.

  3. 3

    Plug in, power on the grill, and begin a cook to allow the controller to run diagnostics. If the E8 error code still remains on the controller, contact Customer Service for thermocouple replacement.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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