Ariston
Overheating Electrical Component
Dehumidifier emits a burning or electrical smell
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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
Failing fan motor, Overheating compressor, Burned wiring or connector, Failing main control board component
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Critical safety warning: If you smell burning plastic or insulation, turn off and unplug the unit immediately. Do not continue to operate it.
Steps:
- 1. Visual inspection: After the unit cools, remove the cover and inspect wiring, the fan motor, and the main PCB for burn marks or melted insulation.
- 2. Check fan motor: If the motor housing is discolored or smells burnt, replace the fan motor.
- 3. Inspect connectors: Tighten or replace any overheated connectors. Replace any charred wiring harness sections.
- 4. Examine control board: If components on the main control board are burnt, replace the board.
- 5. Do not use until repaired: Operating a unit with overheating components is a fire risk. If you cannot identify the source, contact an authorized Ariston service center.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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