Amana
Electrical Overload or Short Circuit
Furnace frequently trips the household circuit breaker.
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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
Shorted blower motor, Shorted inducer motor, Pinched wiring, Oversized breaker for furnace wiring
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Turn off the breaker and investigate.
- Inspect wiring harnesses: Look for wires pinched between panels or against sharp metal edges.
- Isolate motors: Disconnect blower motor and inducer motor one at a time and try powering the furnace to see if the breaker still trips (for diagnostic purposes only).
Motor or wiring shorts should be repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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