Etna
Electrical Short Circuit or Ground Fault
Etna range or cooktop trips the circuit breaker when a specific burner or oven function is used.
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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
Element shorted to chassis, Damaged insulation on wiring, Moisture inside electrical compartments, Faulty terminal block
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips immediately. Disconnect power and investigate.
- Identify circuit: Note which burner or function causes the trip.
- Inspect element: Check the associated element for visible damage or contact with metal parts.
- Wiring check: Trace wiring from the control to the element, looking for melted insulation or pinched wires.
- Insulation test: A technician can perform an insulation resistance test to locate ground faults.
- Replace faulty parts: Replace any shorted element, damaged wiring, or burnt terminal block.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Terminal Block
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