Climadiff
Overheating Electrical Component
Burning or electrical smell 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
Dust burning off condenser or heater, Failing fan motor, Overheating PCB component, Loose electrical connection arcing
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately unplug the wine cooler if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate until inspected.
- Visual inspection: After cooling, remove the rear panel and inspect the PCB, compressor area, and wiring for burn marks or melted insulation.
- Clean dust: Remove dust from the condenser and any resistive heaters with a vacuum and soft brush.
- Check fan motors: Spin fans by hand; if stiff or noisy, replace the motor.
- Professional service: If any components appear burned or if the smell persists, have a qualified technician replace the affected parts and verify safety.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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