Candy Electrical Short or Earth Leakage

Dryer causes the household circuit breaker or RCD to trip during or shortly after starting.

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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 element shorted to earth, Motor winding insulation breakdown, Damaged mains cable, Moisture in electrical components (especially heat pump models)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Unplug the dryer and leave it disconnected until inspected.

Checks (qualified persons):

  • Measure insulation resistance of the heater element to earth; replace if low or shorted.
  • Inspect the mains cable for cuts or crushed sections; replace if damaged.
  • Check for signs of water ingress around the pump, base tray, or wiring.

Due to shock and fire risk, if you are not experienced with electrical testing, contact a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the fault.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Heater Element Assembly
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