Rolec
Overheating Enclosure / Poor Thermal Management
Charger enclosure feels excessively hot to the touch during normal charging, even in mild ambient temperatures.
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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
Undersized supply cable causing heating, Loose high‑current connections, Blocked ventilation or direct sun exposure, Failing internal fan (if fitted)
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Overheating can lead to fire. If the enclosure is too hot to touch comfortably, stop using the charger immediately.
- Check installation environment: Ensure the charger is not installed in direct sunlight without shading or in a confined, unventilated box.
- Inspect terminations (power off): Isolate power and check all high‑current terminals for tightness and signs of overheating (discolouration, melted insulation).
- Verify cable size: Confirm that the supply cable cross‑section meets Rolec’s specification for the charger’s current rating and run length.
- Check internal fan: On models with a fan, verify that it runs during charging. Replace if seized or noisy.
- Reduce load temporarily: If the charger allows current limiting, reduce the maximum current and monitor temperature while arranging a permanent fix.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Internal cooling fan
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