Error: Temp Sensor Out | Error 0006 Temp Sensor Disconnected | ER06 – Traeger Support

Steps to take when the grill controller displays a Temp Sensor Disconnect/Out error.

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What happens when this error occurs?

Depending on which grill you have, a Temp Sensor Out error may also show on your controller as, Temp Sensor Disconnected, Error: 0006, or ER06.

You may get this error if your grill isn't receiving a signal from its internal temperature sensor (thermocouple or RTD). It's often a result of the sensor's wiring getting disconnected.

In the Traeger app, you'll also get a notification.

What causes these errors?

The controller is not receiving a signal from the thermocouple/RTD. This is usually due to disconnected wiring.

What to Do

Select your grill below and follow the steps to resolve your Temp Sensor Error.

Resolving a Temp Sensor Error on D2 WiFIRE Grill

Applicable Grills

Steps

Turn off and unplug the grill.
Check the connection between the thermocouple (yellow connector) and the controller to ensure it is secure and has not become loose.
1. Unscrew and pull away the grill controller from the hopper to expose the back of the controller.
2. Disconnect and reconnect the thermocouple connector on the back of the controller.
3. Gently pull to disconnect.
4. Reconnect wiring.
  - When reconnecting, make sure the + sided peg is inserted into the + connector.
Plug in the grill, turn on the power switch, and turn on the controller.
- Confirm if reconnecting component connections caused the error to disappear. If the error is gone. it means the wiring connection was the cause of the error.
- If any of the error continues after reconnecting and ensuring they are inserted into the proper spot, Contact Customer Support.
- If the controller display goes black or is having issues, please see the D2 Controller Display Issues article for further assistance before replacing the controller.
After reconnecting the component, screw in the controller to the grill.

Resolving Error 0006 Temp Sensor Not Detected on a Touchscreen Grill

Applicable Grills

Steps

Check your grill's firmware to make sure it's on the latest version.
Ensure the grill is cool and finished with its shutdown cycle.
Run a SELF-TEST.
On the controller display, go to MENU>MAINTENANCE & CARE>SELF-TEST. The test should take about 10 seconds to complete.
If the thermocouple test fails, contact Customer Support.

Resolving ER06 on a Woodridge WiFIRE Grill

Applicable Grills

Steps

Shut down the grill and allow for it to completely cool.
Turn off and unplug the grill.
Remove the grill lid:
1. Open the grill lid and remove the cotter pin from each hinge pin inside the grill.
2. With one person holding the grill lid in place, push both clevis pins out of the grill lid and backsplash and remove the 3/8" washer from each side.
3. With the help of another person carefully lift the lid off of the grill and set aside.
Remove the controller & trim pieces:
1. Remove the trim band located between the hopper and the lid by unscrewing the x1 screw and sliding it out of the back of the grill.
2. Woodridge & Woodridge Pro: Remove the controller trim by unscrewing the x4 screws, leaving the controller installed in the trim.
  - x2 screws are located inside the hopper, x2 screws are located below the controller on the front of the grill.
3. Woodridge Elite: Below the controller, remove the x4 screws from the front-right trim panel. Set the panel aside.
  1. Remove the controller trim (leaving the controller installed into the trim) by unscrewing the x4 screws.
  2. x2 screws are located inside the hopper, x2 screws are located below the controller on the front of the grill.
Unplug and plug back in the RTD wire harness from the controller.
Reassemble grill and turn on.
If error persists, contact customer service.
If after replacing the RTD the error persists, contact customer service.