Sta-Rite
Electrical Short or Ground Fault
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
Water intrusion into electrical compartment, Shorted blower or pump relay, Damaged wiring insulation, Shorted transformer
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Turn off power and investigate.
- Inspect for moisture: Open the electrical compartment and look for water, condensation, or corrosion. Dry thoroughly and correct any leaks.
- Check wiring harnesses: Look for pinched or melted wires touching the cabinet or other components. Repair or replace damaged wiring.
- Isolate components: A technician can disconnect loads (blower, transformer, etc.) one at a time to identify the shorted component.
- Replace faulty part: Replace the shorted Sta-Rite transformer, blower, or control board as identified.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Control Transformer
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