Pit Boss
Electrical Overheating / Component Failure
Strong chemical or electrical burning smell from controller area during operation.
Advertisements
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.
Advertisements
Possible Causes
Shorted component on control board, Melted wiring harness, Overloaded circuit due to incorrect voltage, Moisture causing arcing
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately unplug the grill if you smell burning electronics. Do not continue to operate.
- Step 1 – Inspect controller: Remove the controller and look for burnt components, discoloration, or melted plastic.
- Step 2 – Check wiring harness: Inspect all wires for melted insulation or burn marks. Replace any damaged wiring harness sections.
- Step 3 – Replace controller: If the board shows signs of overheating or burning, replace the main control board.
- Step 4 – Verify correct power: Ensure the grill is used on the correct voltage and not on an undersized extension cord.
Advertisements
Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
Check Price on Amazon
We may earn a commission from links on this page.
Advertisements