NRGkick Input Short or Leakage to Earth

Charger trips the household RCD or circuit breaker immediately when plugged in, even before connecting to a vehicle.

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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

Moisture inside mains plug or charger body, Internal short between live and neutral, Damaged input filter capacitors, Cracked PCB causing tracking to earth

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Repeated tripping indicates a serious fault. Do not keep resetting the breaker.

  • 1. Disconnect and inspect externally:
    • Check the plug and cable for visible damage or moisture.
  • 2. Dry thoroughly:
    • If the charger has been exposed to rain, allow it to dry in a warm, ventilated indoor area for 24–48 hours.
  • 3. Test on a different circuit:
    • Use another outlet with a similar rating to rule out a faulty breaker.
  • 4. If tripping persists on multiple circuits:
    • Internal components are likely shorted or leaking to earth.
    • Contact NRGkick support; internal repair or replacement is required.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Input EMI Filter / Power Entry Circuit
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