Danby
Electrical Short or Overcurrent
Range or cooktop trips the circuit breaker when an element or oven 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 surface element, Damaged wiring harness touching chassis, Shorted oven element, Faulty terminal block or power cord
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Leave the breaker OFF until the fault is identified. Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker.
- Identify trigger: Note which function (specific burner or oven) causes the breaker to trip. This narrows down the suspect circuit.
- Inspect elements: Check the corresponding element for visible damage or contact with metal parts. Replace any element with burn-through or arcing marks.
- Check wiring: Remove rear and bottom panels as needed to inspect wiring from the terminal block to the affected component. Look for melted insulation or wires touching the chassis; repair or replace as needed.
- Terminal block: Inspect the terminal block for signs of arcing or loose connections. Replace if damaged and ensure all screws are tight.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Surface Element, Oven Element, or Wiring Harness
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