Balay
Electrical Leakage / Short Circuit
Dryer occasionally trips the household circuit breaker or RCD
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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
Moisture in heater or wiring, Damaged mains cable, Shorted heating element to chassis, Faulty interference suppressor or filter
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Unplug the dryer and investigate before further use.
Steps to check and fix:
- Inspect mains cable: Replace if there is any visible damage.
- Check heater for earth leakage: With a megohmmeter (insulation tester), check resistance between heater terminals and chassis. Low resistance indicates a short; replace the heater.
- Inspect mains filter: Look for burnt or cracked components on the interference suppressor. Replace if damaged.
- Check for moisture: Inspect the base and internal wiring for signs of water ingress. Dry thoroughly and fix any leaks.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Heating Element Assembly
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