CAME garage door opener emits a burning smell or visible smoke during or after operation
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: Immediately disconnect power at the breaker. Do not attempt to operate the opener again until inspected.
Steps:
- Ventilate area: Allow smoke to clear and components to cool.
- Inspect visually: Open the motor head/control box and look for charred components, melted insulation, or burned connectors.
- Check door for jams: Ensure the door moves freely by hand; a jam can overload the motor.
- Do not power up repeatedly: Repeatedly energizing a smoking unit can cause fire.
Replace any burned components (motor, transformer, or control board) as a complete assembly. This level of fault typically requires professional service.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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