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High Current Draw / Electrical Short
Dehumidifier trips the household circuit breaker or blows a fuse when it starts.
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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 compressor, Shorted fan motor, Damaged power cord, Internal wiring short to chassis
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: This involves potentially dangerous electrical faults. If you are not experienced, contact a professional.
Steps to diagnose:
- Try a different circuit: Plug the unit into a dedicated 15A or 20A circuit without other heavy loads.
- Inspect power cord: Look for cuts or burns. Replace the power cord if damaged.
- Visual inspection inside: With power disconnected, remove the cover and look for burned wires or components.
- Isolate components (advanced): Disconnect the compressor and fan motor one at a time and test. If the breaker trips only when a specific component is connected, that component is likely shorted and must be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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