Bompani Electrical Overheating or Component Failure

Chemical or burning smell coming from the refrigerator

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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

Overheating control board,Shorted wiring or connectors,Burnt fan motor windings,Foreign object on heater element

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety (critical): Immediately unplug the refrigerator if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the appliance.

Steps:

  • 1. Disconnect power: Unplug the unit and do not plug it back in until inspected.
  • 2. Visual inspection: After allowing components to cool, remove rear and internal panels to look for burnt wiring, melted plastic, or scorched boards.
  • 3. Identify failed part: Common sources include control boards, fan motors, and defrost heaters with debris on them.
  • 4. Replace damaged components: Any visibly burnt part must be replaced, not repaired.
  • 5. Professional service: Due to fire risk, have a qualified technician inspect and test the unit before returning it to service.

Warning: Do not ignore burning smells; they indicate a serious safety hazard.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5
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