De Dietrich
Electrical Short / Ground Fault
Wine cooler trips the household circuit breaker or RCD when plugged in or shortly after starting.
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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 winding, Damaged power cord, Moisture in electrical components, Shorted heater or fan motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Danger: Repeated tripping indicates a potentially serious electrical fault. Do not repeatedly reset the breaker without investigation.
When a De Dietrich wine cooler trips the breaker, there is likely a short or ground fault.
- Visual inspection: Unplug the unit and inspect the power cord, plug, and rear components for burn marks or melted insulation.
- Dry out moisture: If the unit was recently moved or exposed to water, allow it to dry for 24 hours before retrying.
- Isolate components (for professionals): A technician can disconnect the compressor, heater, and fans one by one to identify the faulty component.
- Replace faulty part: Common culprits include a shorted compressor, defrost heater, or fan motor. These should be replaced with genuine parts by a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
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