AquaCal
Electrical Ground Fault or Overcurrent
Heater trips the GFCI or breaker shortly after starting.
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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 compressor winding, Water intrusion into electrical compartment, Damaged wiring insulation, Failing fan or pump relay
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Repeated breaker tripping indicates a potentially dangerous fault. Do not keep resetting the breaker.
- Visual inspection: With power off, open the electrical compartment and look for water, corrosion, or obvious shorts.
- Dry and seal: If moisture is present, dry thoroughly and correct any gasket or conduit issues allowing water entry.
- Check wiring: Inspect for rubbed or pinched wires touching metal. Repair or replace damaged conductors.
- Technician testing: A qualified technician should perform insulation resistance tests on the compressor and fan motor and replace any shorted components.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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