GE Profile
Short Circuit or Ground Fault
Smoker trips household breaker or GFCI when turned on or when heating starts.
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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, Pinched wiring harness touching metal cabinet, Moisture inside electrical compartment, Shorted convection fan motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Leave the breaker off while inspecting. Risk of shock and fire if short is not corrected.
Steps:
- Inspect the power cord for damage and replace if any cuts or burns are present.
- Remove access panels and look for obvious signs of arcing, melted insulation, or burned connectors.
- Check the heating element terminals and surrounding area for moisture or carbon tracking; dry and clean thoroughly.
- Test the heating element and fan motor for continuity to ground; any reading other than infinite indicates a ground fault and the part should be replaced.
- Inspect wiring harnesses where they pass through metal openings; add grommets or protective sleeving and repair any damaged conductors.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Wiring Harness
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