Electrolux Electrical Short or Ground Fault

Washer-dryer combo intermittently trips the household circuit breaker or RCD 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

Moisture on heater or motor, Damaged power cord, Shorted heating element to ground, Water leak onto wiring or control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Do not repeatedly reset a breaker that trips. Unplug the appliance and leave it disconnected until the fault is found.

  • 1. Inspect for leaks: Check around the base, rear, and top for signs of water leaks that may be contacting electrical parts.
  • 2. Examine cord and plug: Replace the power cord if it is damaged.
  • 3. Allow to dry: If there was a minor leak, dry the interior thoroughly and correct the leak source before retrying.

Testing for ground faults on the heater, motor, and wiring requires a multimeter and should be performed by a qualified technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Dryer Heating Element Assembly
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