Tower Intermittent Power / Voltage Drop Inside Appliance

Display and lights flicker or reset when the cooker switches between heating and idle.

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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

Loose mains input connector, Failing internal power supply capacitor on PCB, Partially broken power cord conductors

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug before inspection. Do not operate with exposed wiring.

  • Test on different outlet: Rule out house wiring issues by trying another socket on a different circuit.
  • Inspect cord and plug: Flex the cord gently along its length; if the display flickers when moved (test only with the unit off and then on again), the cord may be internally damaged and should be replaced.
  • Check internal connections: Open the base and verify that the live and neutral wires are firmly secured in their terminals. Tighten any loose screws.
  • Look for bulging capacitors: On the PCB, inspect electrolytic capacitors in the power supply area. Bulging tops or leakage indicate failure and require board or component replacement.

Persistent flickering usually points to a failing PCB power supply and should be addressed by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Power Supply Section of Main PCB
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