Garo Component Overheating / Electrical Failure

Charger emits a burning smell or visible smoke during or after charging.

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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

Loose high‑current connection causing arcing, Failed main contactor, Burnt PCB trace on main board, Shorted component in power supply

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Immediately switch off the charger at the breaker and do not use it until inspected.

  • Do not restart: Do not attempt to power the charger back on until a qualified technician has inspected it.
  • Visual inspection: After cooling, open the enclosure and look for burnt components, melted insulation, or soot.
  • Identify source: Determine whether the damage is at terminals, contactor, or PCB.
  • Replace damaged parts: Replace any burnt contactor, terminal block, or main board. Check surrounding wiring for heat damage and replace as needed.
  • Root cause analysis: Verify torque on all terminals and confirm that the configured current does not exceed cable and breaker ratings.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Main Power Contactor / Main Control Board / Terminal Block
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