UniMac
Electrical Short / Overcurrent
Washer frequently trips the circuit breaker or blows fuses.
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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 UniMac heater element, Shorted drive motor, Damaged wiring harness contacting cabinet, Faulty control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset breakers without finding the cause. Unplug the washer before inspection.
- Visual inspection: Look for burned or pinched wires, especially where harnesses pass through metal openings.
- Test heater: Disconnect heater wires and check for continuity to ground. Replace the heater if shorted.
- Test motor: Disconnect motor and check windings to ground. Replace motor if shorted.
- Isolate circuits: Reconnect components one at a time and test to identify which circuit causes the trip. Replace the faulty component or control board as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Tub Heater Assembly
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