Henderson
Electrical Overheating / Component Failure
Burning smell or visible smoke from opener housing.
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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 motor windings, Burned control PCB, Overloaded power supply, Jammed motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately switch off power at the breaker. Do not attempt to restart the opener. If smoke continues, call emergency services.
Steps:
- Allow to cool: Wait until all components are cool before opening the housing.
- Inspect internally: Look for burned areas on the Henderson control PCB or motor. Do not touch charred components with bare hands.
- Replace damaged assemblies: Replace the Henderson drive motor assembly and/or control PCB as indicated. Investigate for mechanical jams that may have overloaded the motor.
- Do not reuse damaged parts: Operating with burned components is a fire risk.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Henderson Drive Motor Assembly
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