Saturn Electrical Short / Ground Fault

Unit trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when plugged in or when heating 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 heating element to chassis, Damaged power cord insulation, Moisture inside housing, Shorted component on main PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset the breaker. Unplug the cooker and keep it unplugged until the fault is found. Risk of electric shock and fire.

Step-by-step checks:

  • 1. Visual inspection: Check the power cord for visible damage. Replace if any cuts or burns are present.
  • 2. Check for moisture: If the cooker was recently washed or exposed to spills, allow it to dry in a warm, dry place for 24–48 hours.
  • 3. Internal inspection (advanced): Remove the bottom cover and look for burnt components, melted insulation, or signs of arcing.
  • 4. Heater to chassis check: With a multimeter, check for continuity between heater terminals and the metal chassis. Any continuity indicates a shorted heater that must be replaced.

Recommendation: Due to safety risks, electrical shorts should be diagnosed and repaired by a qualified technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Main Heating Element / Power Cord
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