AEG Induction Hob Error E6 — How to Fix It

What it means

AEG induction hob error E6 means the cooling fan has stopped or the electronics are overheating due to insufficient ventilation.
Cut the power, let the hob cool fully, then check the underside ventilation gap.

How to Fix It

Power off and allow the hob to cool

Switch the hob off and cut power at the wall socket.
Allow 20 minutes of cooling before attempting a restart.
E6 caused by overheating will not clear while the unit is hot.
Check the underside ventilation clearance

AEG induction hobs require a specific ventilation gap beneath the unit as specified in the installation guide.
Verify the gap is present and unobstructed — a blocked underside causes electronics overheating.
Remove obstructions below the hob

Items stored in drawers or shelves directly below the hob (pots, pans, trays, foil liners) can block the cooling air inlet.
Remove all items from the space directly below the hob.
Listen for the fan when the hob starts

After a full cool-down, restore power and switch on the hob.
You should hear the cooling fan running.
No fan sound or a grinding/rattling noise indicates the fan has failed mechanically.
Do not use maximum power on all zones simultaneously

Running all zones at maximum simultaneously generates peak heat in the electronics.
Reduce the number of active zones or lower individual zone power levels to reduce thermal load.
Book a service engineer for persistent E6

If E6 returns after cooling and ventilation checks, the cooling fan motor has failed or the fan speed sensor is faulty.
AEG authorised service is required to replace the cooling fan.

Frequently Asked Questions

AEG induction hob E6 error appeared suddenly during cooking — what to do?

Stop cooking immediately, switch off, and allow the hob to cool for at least 20 minutes before restarting.
Check the ventilation gap below the hob before using it again.

AEG induction hob installed in an island unit showing E6 — why?

Island installations sometimes have restricted airflow compared to standard cabinets.
Verify the minimum ventilation clearance beneath the hob meets the AEG installation specification for island units.

AEG and Bosch induction hobs show the same E6 error — are they related brands?

Yes.
AEG is part of the Electrolux group and Bosch is part of BSH.
Both brands use similar error code conventions, and E6 has the same meaning (fan/ventilation fault) across both brands.