Monument Grills
Overheating Electrical Component
Strong chemical or electrical burning 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
Shorted wiring harness, Failing main control board component, Melted connector from high current, Insect nest or debris burning near electronics
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off and unplug the grill if you smell burning plastic or see smoke from the control area.
- Step 1 – Inspect visually: After cooling, remove the control panel and look for burned components, melted insulation, or discolored connectors.
- Step 2 – Check wiring harness: Follow harnesses from the board to the auger, fan, and igniter. Repair or replace any damaged sections.
- Step 3 – Clean debris: Remove any insect nests, leaves, or grease near the electronics.
- Step 4 – Replace damaged parts: Replace any melted connectors and, if necessary, the Monument main control board.
- Step 5 – Do not operate until repaired: Do not continue using the grill until the source of the smell is identified and corrected.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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