Crosley
Overheating Electrical Component
Refrigerator has a chemical, burning, or electrical smell during operation.
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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
Failing main control board, Overheating compressor start relay, Shorted wiring, Motor winding failure
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately unplug the refrigerator if you smell burning plastic or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the appliance.
Steps:
- Inspect rear components: After the unit cools, remove the rear panel and look for burnt wiring, melted plastic on the start relay, or scorched areas on the control board.
- Replace damaged parts: Any visibly burnt component (relay, wiring harness, control board) must be replaced with Crosley-compatible parts.
- Check for rodent damage: Look for chewed wires that could cause shorts.
- Professional service: If you cannot identify the source, contact a qualified technician before using the refrigerator again.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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