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Ground Fault or Short Circuit in Grill Wiring
Pellet grill trips household breaker or RCD/GFCI when 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 ingress into control box or components, Shorted igniter rod, Damaged power cord insulation, Pinched wire touching chassis
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the grill immediately. Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker without finding the cause.
- 1. Inspect for moisture: Open the control box and check for water or condensation. Dry thoroughly and allow 24 hours before retesting.
- 2. Check power cord: Look for cuts or crushed areas. Replace if damaged.
- 3. Inspect igniter wiring: Examine the igniter leads where they pass through metal. If insulation is worn and wires touch the chassis, repair or replace the igniter.
- 4. Isolate components (advanced): Disconnect the igniter, fan, and auger one at a time and test to see which component causes the trip when reconnected. Replace the faulty component.
- 5. If unsure: Have a qualified electrician or technician inspect the grill to ensure safe operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Hot Rod Igniter
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