Haier Overcurrent / Short Circuit

Unit trips the circuit breaker immediately or shortly after starting.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Shorted compressor windings, Shorted outdoor fan motor, Damaged power cable, Shorted components on outdoor PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips; this is a fire risk. Turn off the breaker and leave the unit off until inspected.

  • Visual inspection: Look for burnt wires or components in both indoor and outdoor units.
  • Isolate components (technician): A professional can disconnect compressor and fan motors to identify which component is causing the trip.
  • Replace faulty parts: Replace the shorted motor or PCB as indicated by testing.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Compressor
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