Royal Gourmet
Ground Fault or Short Circuit
Grill trips GFCI outlet or breaker as soon as it is plugged in or turned on.
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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
Water inside control box on Royal Gourmet grill, Shorted igniter element to ground, Damaged power cord insulation, Internal wiring contacting metal chassis
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Unplug the grill and keep it disconnected until the fault is found.
Steps to locate fault:
- Inspect cord and plug: Look for cuts, burns, or crushed areas. Replace if damaged.
- Check for moisture: Open the control box and look for water or condensation. Dry thoroughly before retesting.
- Isolate components: Disconnect igniter, fan, and auger one at a time and test plugging in. If the GFCI stops tripping when a component is unplugged, that component is likely shorted.
- Replace faulty part: Replace the shorted igniter, motor, or wiring harness with a Royal Gourmet-compatible part.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Hot Rod Igniter
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