Ilve
Electrical Leakage / Short Circuit
Dishwasher intermittently trips the household circuit breaker or RCD during operation.
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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
Heater insulation fault, Water leak onto wiring, Faulty mains filter, Damaged power cord
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Disconnect the dishwasher and investigate the cause.
- Visual inspection: Remove the kick panel and side panels. Look for signs of water leaks, burnt components, or melted insulation.
- Check heater and wiring: Inspect the heater assembly and associated wiring for damage or moisture.
- Mains filter: Examine the EMI filter at the power entry for burn marks or cracking. Replace if suspect.
- Professional testing: Insulation resistance tests with a megohmmeter are recommended and should be performed by a qualified technician. Replace any component showing leakage to earth.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Heater Assembly
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