Strong chemical or burning smell from the rear of the unit
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
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately unplug the wine cooler if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the unit.
Steps:
- Visual inspection: After the unit cools, remove the rear panel and inspect the compressor area, wiring, and control board for burn marks or melted plastic.
- Check start device: Examine the compressor start relay/overload for signs of overheating.
Repair: Replace any visibly burnt components such as the start relay or wiring harness. If the main control board or compressor shows signs of severe overheating, have a professional technician evaluate and replace the affected parts. Do not operate the unit until the fault is corrected.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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