Fagor Overheating Control Electronics or Wiring

Strong electrical or plastic smell from control panel area

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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 connection at terminal block, Overheated control board components, Shorted wiring behind control panel, Failing cooling fan

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power immediately if you smell burning plastic or see smoke. Do not continue using the oven.

  • Inspect terminal block: Remove the rear cover and check the mains terminal block for discoloration or melting. Replace if damaged and tighten all connections.
  • Check control board: Remove the control panel and inspect the PCB for burnt components or darkened areas. Replace the board if any damage is found.
  • Verify cooling fan: Ensure the top cooling fan runs during operation. If not, replace the fan to prevent overheating of the control area.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Electronic Control Board
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