Faint electrical burning smell
I have a 10yr old approx reconditioned Samsung washing machine. I just finished a 2 hr cycle and during it I could smell a faint electrical burning smell from it. It wasn't the plug that was ok. I let it finish the cycle and it seemed to perform normally. Just not sure if it's worth getting it checked over and repaired or simply buy a new one. Any advice gladly recd
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Samsung washing machine with faint electrical burning smell after cycle
- The problem
- A reconditioned Samsung washing machine, about 10 years old, completed a 2-hour wash cycle normally but gave off a faint electrical burning smell during the cycle. The plug was checked and reported as normal.
- Likely cause
- An electrical component or wiring fault was suspected because of the burning smell, but no specific failed part was identified in the discussion.
- What fixed it
- The accepted advice was that a burning smell should not be ignored because it may be dangerous. If the smell persists, the machine needs investigation. No confirmed repair was documented, and the thread does not confirm whether the appliance was checked or replaced.
- Checks to try
- Machine completed the cycle normally
- Plug was checked and appeared normal
- Faint electrical burning smell noticed during the cycle
Safety: A burning smell may indicate an electrical fault. Do not ignore it. Further diagnosis should be carried out by a suitably qualified appliance engineer.
1 Answer
Ignoring a burning smell is very dangerous. Try it again whilst keeping a close eye on it. If it’s still creating a burning smell, something is very wrong and needs investigation.
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