Liebherr Electrical Short or Ground Fault

Dryer causes the household circuit breaker or RCD to trip 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

Shorted heating element to chassis, Damaged power cord, Moisture in electrical components, Faulty motor or compressor winding (heat pump models)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips. Unplug the dryer and investigate.

  • Visual inspection: Check the power cord and plug for damage or burn marks. Replace if necessary.
  • Check for moisture: Inspect internal components for signs of water ingress, especially around the condenser and pump area. Dry thoroughly and correct any leaks.
  • Test heater to ground: With a multimeter, check resistance between each heater terminal and chassis. Any low resistance indicates a shorted element that must be replaced.
  • Professional diagnosis: If the fault is not obvious, have a qualified technician perform insulation resistance tests on the motor, compressor, and wiring.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element
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