Freezer trips the household circuit breaker or GFCI outlet when it starts.
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: Repeated breaker tripping indicates a potentially dangerous fault. Do not repeatedly reset the breaker without inspection.
- Inspect power cord: Unplug and check for cuts, burns, or crushed sections. Replace if damaged.
- Check for moisture: Look for signs of water around the compressor compartment, control board, and wiring. Dry thoroughly and correct any leaks.
- Isolate components (advanced): A technician can disconnect the defrost heater, compressor, or fan circuits one by one to identify the shorted component.
Because of shock and fire risk, have a qualified technician diagnose and repair electrical shorts or ground faults.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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