Asko
Electrical Short or Overcurrent
Cooktop or range trips the circuit breaker when a burner or zone is 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
Shorted heating element or induction coil, Pinched wiring touching chassis, Moisture inside electrical compartments, Incorrect breaker size or shared circuit issues
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Leave the breaker off until the cause is identified. Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker.
- Identify trigger: Note which burner or function causes the trip. This helps isolate the faulty circuit.
- Inspect wiring: With power off, remove access panels and look for burned, pinched, or melted wires, especially near the affected element or coil.
- Check elements/coils: Visually inspect for burn marks or cracks. A shorted element or coil must be replaced.
- Dry moisture: If the trip followed a spill or cleaning, allow the unit to dry thoroughly before retesting. Use a fan to speed drying.
If no obvious fault is found, have a qualified technician test insulation resistance and verify the electrical installation.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Induction Coil or Radiant Element (depending on zone)
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