Winterhalter Electrical Leakage / Short Circuit

Machine frequently trips the building RCD or circuit breaker during operation.

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

Water ingress into electrical components, Earth leakage from heating element, Damaged power cable, Faulty pump motor insulation

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Isolate the machine and label it out of service.

Visual inspection: Check for obvious signs of water leaks onto electrical parts.
Dry out: If a minor spill occurred, allow the machine to dry completely before re-energizing.
Professional testing: An electrician or service technician should perform insulation resistance tests on heaters, pumps, and wiring to locate the fault.
Replace faulty component: Replace any component with low insulation resistance, typically a heater or motor.

Professional Required 5/5

Tank Heating Element

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