AEG
Electrical Short or Earth Leakage
Unit trips household circuit breaker or RCD when it starts
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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 windings, Damaged power cord, Moisture on electrical components, Faulty heater (if fitted) leaking to ground
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: This fault involves potential electric shock risk. If in doubt, contact a qualified electrician or AEG technician.
Steps:
- 1. Inspect power cord: Unplug and check for cuts, crushed sections, or burn marks. Replace if damaged.
- 2. Dry the unit: If the cooler was recently moved or defrosted, allow it to dry completely before retrying.
- 3. Isolate cause (advanced): A technician can disconnect components (compressor, heater, fans) one by one to identify which causes the trip.
- 4. Component replacement: Replace any component found to be shorted or leaking to earth with the correct AEG part.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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