Indesit Electrical Short or Earth Leakage

Refrigerator trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when plugged in or during operation.

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.

Possible Causes

Shorted defrost heater, Faulty compressor winding to earth, Damaged mains cable, Moisture in electrical components

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips immediately; risk of fire or electric shock. Unplug the appliance.

Step-by-step checks (visual only for non-professionals):

1. Inspect mains cable: Look for cuts, crushed sections, or burn marks. Replace if damaged.
2. Check for water ingress: Look behind and under the fridge for signs of leaks reaching electrical parts.

When to call a technician: Internal shorts in heaters, compressors, or PCBs require insulation resistance testing and professional repair.

Professional Required 5/5

Defrost Heater Assembly

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