Keeprite
Electrical Overheating or Component Failure
Burning or electrical smell from indoor or outdoor Keeprite unit.
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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
Burning motor windings, Overheating capacitor, Loose electrical connections, Shorted wiring, Failing control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off power at the breaker and disconnect if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the system.
- Step 1 – Visual inspection: After allowing components to cool, open the access panels and look for burnt wires, melted insulation, or charred components.
- Step 2 – Do not reset repeatedly: If a breaker has tripped, do not repeatedly reset it without finding and correcting the cause.
- Step 3 – Call a technician: Electrical burning smells indicate a serious fault. A professional should locate and replace the failed component (motor, capacitor, board, or wiring) and verify safe operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Indoor Blower Motor
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