Miele
Electrical Overheating / Component Failure
Strong chemical or burning smell coming from the wine cooler 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
Overheating compressor or fan motor, Burnt wiring insulation, Failing main control board component, Foreign object on heater or compressor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately unplug the appliance if you smell burning or see smoke. Do not continue to operate the unit.
- 1. Visual inspection:
- After the unit cools, remove rear and lower panels to inspect wiring, compressor, and control board.
- Look for burnt insulation, melted connectors, or charred components.
- 2. Do not bypass safety devices:
- Never bypass overloads or fuses to keep the unit running.
- 3. Identify burnt component:
- If you can see a clearly burnt fan motor, wire, or board, note the part number.
- 4. Professional repair: Due to fire risk, any burning smell should be investigated and repaired by a qualified Miele technician. Replace all damaged components and wiring harnesses.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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