Charger housing or cable emits a burning or electrical smell during or after charging.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately stop charging, disconnect power at the breaker, and do not use the charger until inspected. Burning smells indicate a serious hazard.
- 1. Visual inspection:
- After cooling, open the housing and look for discolored, charred, or melted components.
- 2. Check terminals:
- Tighten all high-current connections and inspect for signs of arcing.
- 3. Identify burnt components:
- If the relay, power module, or wiring is burnt, replace the affected board or the entire charger.
Because of the fire risk, replacement is often safer than attempting partial repair after overheating.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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