Unit emits a burning or electrical smell during operation.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately turn off and unplug the unit if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate it.
Steps:
- Visual inspection: After the unit cools, remove covers and inspect wiring, connectors, and components for burn marks or melted insulation.
- Check motors and capacitors: Look for discoloration or bulging on capacitors and signs of overheating on motors.
- Do not bypass safety devices: Replace any burnt components; do not attempt to tape or bypass damaged wiring.
Because burning smells often indicate serious electrical faults, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the unit before using it again.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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