Ideal Overheating Electrical Component

Burning smell or signs of scorching around the Ideal water heater.

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.

Possible Causes

Loose electrical terminal, Failing pump motor, Overloaded PCB track, Foreign object touching hot surfaces

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Immediate safety: Turn off power at the isolator and do not use the heater until inspected. If you see smoke or flames, evacuate and call emergency services.

Visual inspection: Once cool, remove the front cover and look for burnt wiring, discoloured plastic, or melted insulation.
Do not re-energise: Do not turn the power back on if any damage is visible.
Professional diagnosis: An electrician or Ideal service engineer must locate and replace the faulty component and check for further damage.

Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Main Control PCB

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