Sage Electrical Short / Earth Leakage

Unit trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when starting a cooking program.

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

Moisture inside base or control panel, Shorted heating element, Damaged power cord insulation, Faulty mains filter or suppression capacitor

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset the breaker. Unplug the cooker immediately.

Inspect cord and plug: Look for visible damage or burn marks. Do not use if damaged.
Check for moisture: If the cooker was recently cleaned or exposed to spills, allow it to dry in a warm, dry place for 24–48 hours.
Test another outlet: Confirm the issue follows the cooker, not the outlet.
When to service: If tripping continues, there is likely an internal short in the heating element or mains filter. This requires professional diagnosis and repair.

Professional Required 5/5

Main Heating Element

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