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Motor Overheating or Electrical Short
Mower emits a burning smell or shows signs of overheating around the motor area.
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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
Blade motor overloaded by obstruction, Drive motor running stalled, Shorted wiring harness, Failing motor windings
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn OFF the mower, disconnect the battery, and unplug the charger. Do not continue operating until the cause is found.
- Inspect for obstructions: Check the cutting deck and wheels for jammed objects causing motors to stall.
- Smell test: Carefully sniff near the blade motor and drive motors (without touching hot parts) to localize the source.
- Check wiring: Look for melted insulation, discoloration, or burn marks on cables and connectors.
- Do not reuse damaged parts: Replace any motor or harness that shows signs of overheating or burning.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Blade Motor Assembly
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