Novoferm Electrical overheating or component failure

Novoferm garage door opener emits a burning smell or visible smoke from the head unit.

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

Shorted motor winding, Burnt control board component, Overloaded courtesy light circuit, Foreign object inside housing

Safety first: Immediately disconnect power at the breaker. Do not attempt to operate the opener again until inspected.

Steps to try:

Visual inspection: After cooling, open the cover and look for burnt components, melted insulation, or charred areas.
Do not reuse damaged parts: If any component shows signs of burning, replace the affected assembly (motor unit, control board, or light holder) rather than attempting repair.

Because of fire risk, have a qualified technician assess and replace damaged Novoferm components.

Professional Required 5/5

Novoferm motor unit

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