Balay
Electrical Overheating or Component Failure
Strong chemical or burning smell coming from the wine cooler.
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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
Overheating main control board, Melted wiring insulation, Failing compressor start device, Shorted LED driver
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately unplug the appliance. Do not continue to operate a unit that smells of burning plastic or insulation.
- Visual inspection: After the unit cools, remove the rear panel and inspect the control board, compressor start device, and wiring for burn marks or melted plastic.
- Do not bypass safety devices: If a component is burnt, it must be replaced, not bypassed.
- Replace damaged parts: Replace any burnt start relay, wiring harness, or PCB with Balay-approved parts.
- Professional service: If you cannot clearly identify the source, contact an authorized technician before using the cooler again.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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