GE Profile Overheating Component or Electrical Insulation Failure

Strong burning plastic or electrical smell 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

Grease on heating element burning off, Melted wiring insulation near heater, Failing fan motor, Foreign object contacting hot surfaces

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off and unplug the smoker immediately if you smell burning plastic or insulation. Do not continue to operate until the source is found.

Steps:

  • After cooling, inspect the heating element area for grease buildup or food debris contacting the element; clean thoroughly.
  • Remove access panels and look for discolored or melted wiring, especially near the heater and fan motor. Replace any damaged wiring with high-temperature rated wire.
  • Spin the fan blades by hand; if stiff or noisy, the motor may be overheating and should be replaced.
  • Check that no plastic accessories or foil are touching hot surfaces inside the chamber.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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