Tefal
Electrical Short or Earth Leakage
Multicooker 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 main heater element to chassis, Damaged power cord insulation, Moisture inside base contacting live parts, Shorted component on power PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset the breaker. Unplug the cooker immediately.
- Visual inspection: Check the power cord for cuts or crushed sections. Do not use the cooker if the cord is damaged.
- Drying: If liquid spilled into the base, allow the cooker to dry for at least 48 hours in a warm, dry environment.
- Test on different circuit: If safe, try another outlet on a different circuit to confirm the issue follows the cooker.
- Professional repair: A technician should measure insulation resistance of the heater and inspect the PCB for burnt components. Replace the heater or PCB as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Main Heater Element or Power Cord
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