Dualit
Electrical Short / Earth Leakage
Machine trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when switched on or during brewing.
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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
Water leak onto electrical parts, Shorted heating element, Damaged mains cable, Faulty main control PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset the breaker. Unplug the machine and keep it disconnected until the fault is resolved.
Steps:
- Inspect for leaks: Check around and inside the machine for signs of water leakage.
- Check cable: Inspect the mains lead for cuts or crushed sections.
- Advanced testing: Use an insulation tester (megger) to check the heating element and other components for earth leakage. Replace any component that fails insulation tests.
Note: This type of fault is hazardous and should generally be handled by a qualified appliance technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Boiler Heating Element
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