An oven that repeatedly trips the circuit breaker indicates potential electrical issues that require prompt attention. Common causes include:
Main Heating Element: Over time, the oven's primary heating element can deteriorate, leading to insulation breakdown and increased earth leakage, especially as the element expands with heat.
Grill or Broil Element: Similar to the main heating element, the grill or broil element can develop faults, causing short circuits when it expands during heating.
Convection Fan: A malfunctioning fan motor may result in electrical faults, such as short circuits or neutral-to-ground faults, leading to breaker trips.
Selector Switch: Loose or faulty wiring connected to the selector switch can cause unintended electrical contacts, resulting in circuit interruptions.
Electrical Connections: Poor or loose connections within the oven's wiring can lead to intermittent faults, triggering the breaker.
Thermostat: A defective thermostat might cause the oven to overheat or fail to regulate temperature properly, potentially leading to electrical issues.
Printed Circuit Board (PCB): Faults in the oven's PCB can disrupt its functions and cause electrical anomalies, resulting in breaker trips.
These are the most common oven faults that can cause a breaker to trip when using the appliance.
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