Prochem
Overheating Electrical Component
Strong burning smell or visible smoke from machine during use.
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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
Failing vacuum motor, Overheating solution pump, Loose high-current connection, Debris contacting heater or motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately switch off and unplug the machine. Do not continue to operate until the cause is found.
- Locate source: After cooling, open the housing and inspect for discoloration, melted plastic, or soot near motors, heater, and wiring.
- Check connections: Tighten any loose terminals on the terminal block, heater, and motors. Replace any burned connectors.
- Inspect motors and pump: Spin motor shafts by hand (with power disconnected). If stiff or noisy, replace the affected Prochem motor or pump.
- Remove debris: Clear any lint or debris that may have contacted hot components.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Prochem Vacuum Motor
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