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Overheating of Internal Components or Food Residue Burning
Cooktop emits a burning smell or light smoke when in use, not just on first use.
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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
Food or grease trapped under glass or around burners, Overheating wiring or connectors, Failing insulation on heating element, Plastic parts too close to hot areas
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: If you see smoke from inside the cooktop or smell strong burning plastic, switch off power and gas immediately and do not use the appliance.
User checks:
- For mild odors, clean the glass surface and around gas burners thoroughly to remove spilled food and grease.
- Observe whether the smell diminishes after a few uses; some smell is normal on first use only.
Technical steps:
- Remove the cooktop and inspect internal wiring and connectors for discoloration or melting.
- Check that insulation and heat shields are correctly positioned.
- Replace any overheated wiring harnesses, connectors, or plastic components as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Internal Wiring Harness
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