What is this that I hear about having to change a fuse in the grill if it blows?
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I have heard the same thing and so far mine has worked fine and never had to change a fuse yet.
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No Fuse Trouble Here: Blown fuses usually have to be changed, but I have had no problems. It heats to the desired temperature and cycles off.
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The fuse is a problem. After a year of use the grill blew the fuse. There were no instructions for changing. A search of the internet supplied an explanation of the problem and instructions for repair. Unless you are electrically inclined it is best that the grill be trashed or given to someone who has the repair skills. It would cost to much to have repaired. Best to buy a new one. It is a good grill so I bought another one. It is to bad that Krups is so customer unfriendly. The fuse should be accessible and instructions for its replacement should be a part of the product.
428754
If there is absolutely nothing on the panel, the problem may be the 20 amp main fuse. We never had a problem with the fuse, only with the control panel. These panels are extremely sensitive to steam from the cooktop below, however they show the SE error or act in weird fashion if its the control panel. If it is the main fuse, you may also have to replace the door interlock relay. You can check the fuse (unplug the M/W first).
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I found the information I needed by going to the GE website and searching in their archives. I had the same symptoms and after ordering and replacing I found the old burner had a 'blow out' in the coil preventing a complete circuit. It wasn't hard to replace, on my stove I had to open the oven door and undo a couple of screws on the stovetop lip and raise it like a car hood. I would recommend taking pictures of the old unit showing the screw locations and wire locations as this makes it easier to replace everything. The replacement part mounting hole number were off but thanks to the picture I replaced it in same location.
1470622
Better to have it done by a plumber! I did it once several years ago with another grill, but the possibility of a dangerous situation involving natural gas is too great. Don't burn the place down!
516754
Hi, the fuse is protecting the car from the trailer electrics. It is possible that something shorted in the trailer. I would check the trailer first for shorts.My fuse popped once when my trailer brakes shorted.
585455
I have not encountered this issue with my grill, however this sounds like a faulty tank or a bad regulator. In my past I have seen tanks do this. I suggest trying a different tank and see if that works.
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Tami, I haven't experienced a fuse issue, knock on wood that I don't face the issue. I'm inclined to believe that if the fuse numbers are the same and they continue to blow, then there is an electrical issue that is causing the overload. I'd contact the company and seek their input. Do you know an electrician that you can ask about the issue? Good luck. Woody
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I bought this device and it was different than the device installed originally. I have a two burner grill and installed two wires (one each from the two ignitors) into the two leftmost connectors on the back of the unit. Also, the ignition switch on the front of the grill becomes obsolete with this install. The battery cover of this unit now acts as a push button ignitor. Hope this helps.
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I'm not sure what you mean by a fuse need replacing. I've used the adaptor in Europe and have not blown the fuse that is located on the bottom of the device. But, if you have I would presume that you would need to replace the fuse. I hope what I've shared helps you. If not please ask me more specific questions.
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Yes, I fused mine and when I put the fuse in heard a "pop" that was really scary and sounded like a dead short. Didn't blow the fuse and works correctly though.
805970
Chris is right, I spoke with the elect who checked mine when I hooked it up. He said, not only will that not work right with the way the wire hookups are in the heater, it's against most elect codes. I would put in new breakers and wire just to make sure everything is good. You wouldn't want to fry something that's so expensive. Mine has been going for 4years now..... Still going strong.Hope this helps.
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Hi Calvin. I don't know for sure. Mine has worked great from day one. Are you holding the silver button down before you grip the the handle to start the blower? Push the silver button on the grip in all the way with one hand and squeeze the grip with the other hand. Should start right up. I didn't have to do anything other than plug mine in, so I can't say anything about fuses, or anything. Hope you get yours working.
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The fuse is a spare in case the one in the unit blows. You have to take apart the plug that goes into the cirgarrette lighter, It just unscrews. I believe the red thing is the double sided tape so you can mount the unit to your car. I had a problem with my unit and returned it. The gauge wire was so small the unit would turn on and off caused by bumps in the road. Might also have been caused by bad electrical connections. Anyway I had a problem with the unit staying on just powering a GPS and a small MP 3 player. No real electrical load to speak of.
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Wish I could help but have no clue. It sounds "electrical", possibly a loose wire or a short. Do you know someone (like a teenager) who has some technical skills and a few test devices? You could call a B&D service center and see if they would do anything despite the warranty time limit or just to get an idea of the cost of repairs. As a last resort, take the motor housing apart (carefully and with your procedural memory engaged) and check for clues (wires, connections, burn marks, fuse). Hopefully you will find something (and be able to reverse the taking-apart procedure). If not, well, it could be a lost cause. At least, if it were me, it would be. Let us know how it turns out. Larry.
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The fuse is wired in-line.. Rated at 15 amps.. It goes into two horns (wired in parallel to each other). The horns face downwards to be less pervious to water.. I also soldered all the wires.. And made sure the wiring was well insulated..
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I have the same device. Of course I didn't realize that it was for meat temp., not grill temp, so when it went over what you'd ever want for meat... well same problem. However, I noticed the problem right away and it was just fine next time I used it. If you didn't see it right when it happened, but let it get even higher you might have burned something out. Not much help, sorry and good luck.
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Chip, I had the same problem several times. I finally registered my unit on Broan's website and included my disappointment with the issue. I was contacted the next day by their customer service department with the phone # for their service department. I called them immediately, they pulled up my information and explained that they had identified the problem and it could be easily fixed with a replacement heater and fan element. The original unit did not start fast enough and would burn the thermal fuse, the new motor started faster and therefore the thermal fuse would not blow. The fuse is part of the heater element to prevent overheating. I explained to the rep that it was -7 outside and I didn't feel like going into the attic again to replace the unit. he explained that I could replace the part fromt he inside and it was a matter of 2 screws and a wire harness. It literally took me less than 1 minute to replace the part and it has worked better than the original since. My previous ones only lasted less than 2 weeks. I was very satisfied with Broan which is more than I can say about the big box store I bought it from. The # for the technical support department at 800-637-1453. That should solve the problem.