Monogram dishwasher 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 power at the breaker and do not continue using the dishwasher until the source is identified.
- Inspect junction box: Check for burned wires or melted insulation at the power connection.
- Check base components: Look for discoloration or melting around pumps, heater terminals, and wiring harnesses.
- Smell test: Carefully identify which component area has the strongest odor (control board in door vs. base components).
Replace any component showing signs of overheating or burning. If the control board is burned, it must be replaced. Because of fire risk, consider professional service for this fault.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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