Smoker trips the household breaker or GFCI as soon as it is turned on or when heating starts.

Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips. Unplug the smoker before inspection.

Steps:

• Inspect the power cord for cuts, exposed copper, or crushed sections. Replace the cord if any damage is found.
• Remove the access panel and look for signs of arcing, black soot, or melted insulation on wires.
• Check where wires pass through metal walls; ensure grommets are in place and wires are not pinched.
• Inspect the heating element mounting points. If the element has sagged and is touching the metal cabinet, it can cause a ground fault; replace the element.
• Allow any moisture in the control or wiring compartment to dry completely before retesting.

Warning: If you cannot locate the fault visually, or if breakers continue to trip, have a qualified electrician or appliance technician diagnose the short.