Ferroli Electrical Short or Earth Leakage

Ferroli furnace causes frequent tripping of the household RCD or 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

Water leak onto Ferroli electrical components, Shorted pump or fan motor, Faulty PCB with earth leakage, Damaged mains cable

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Repeated tripping indicates a potentially dangerous fault. Do not repeatedly reset the breaker without investigation.

Steps:

  • Visual inspection: With power off, check inside the furnace for signs of water, corrosion, or burnt components.
  • Dry any moisture: If a minor leak has caused dampness, dry the area and address the leak source.

Professional help: Insulation resistance testing and component isolation (pump, fan, PCB) must be done by a qualified electrician or heating technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Circulation Pump or Fan Motor
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