Panasonic
Electrical Short / Ground Fault
Refrigerator frequently trips the household circuit breaker or RCD
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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
Shorted compressor winding to ground, Damaged power cord, Water ingress into electrical components, Shorted heater element
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips. Risk of fire or electric shock.
- Step 1 – Inspect power cord: Unplug and check for cuts, burns, or crushed areas. Replace if damaged.
- Step 2 – Check for moisture: Look for water leaks around electrical components, especially near the defrost heater and drain area.
- Step 3 – Isolate appliance: Plug the refrigerator into a different dedicated outlet if possible to rule out house wiring issues.
- Step 4 – Professional diagnosis: A technician should perform insulation resistance tests on compressor, heaters, and wiring to locate the fault.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Compressor Assembly
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