Vedette Electrical Short or Ground Fault

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 electrical components, Damaged power cord, Shorted heating element touching chassis, Faulty motor or capacitor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer and do not reset the breaker repeatedly without finding the cause.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Visual inspection: Check the power cord and plug for damage or burn marks. Replace if needed.
  • Check for moisture: Inspect the base and internal components for water leaks or condensation. Fix any leaks before further use.
  • Test heater to ground: With a multimeter, check for continuity between heater terminals and chassis. Any continuity indicates a shorted element that must be replaced.
  • Inspect motor and capacitor: Look for burnt smell or visible damage. Replace faulty components.

Note: If you are not comfortable working with mains voltage, contact a qualified electrician or appliance technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Heating Element / Power Cord
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