relay switch cuts out frequently Does anyone else have the problem that the relay switch overheats and cuts out quite frequently?
1934151
Yes mine does the same. I don't know what to do. I charge the battery and the light is green and all but it trips out after a few seconds and does so after that very quickly.
1737690
Back track the wiring and make sure you have it wired right to the relay. If everything is good you might have a bad relay.
993695
I never had that problem, it worked well for me. There might be a problem with the switch.
2112105
Sorry, I've never had THAT problem. Do have the problem of the unit working about only 80% of the time.
1104428
Dear Newman, did you check the relay contacts working or not? Dou you want to use as a HOT CONTACTS? I think it is not possible. You need to use them as a separate circuit switch. Not a hot source switch. I am not sure. Good Luck...Good Luck...
322574
In my case, it ended up being a failed relay inside the unit. It is likely repairable - if you have knowledge of electronics and soldering. I replaced the failed relay two years ago and it's still going strong; I think West Bend uses low-quality components in these things.
368172
The switch is not waterproof. I guess you could try to find a waterproofing cover or improvise with a flexible membrane. Make sure the heater elements (and all connectors) are protected from the moisture as well.
116592
Yes, I used a relay for that reason. A great deal of power goes through the switch. I used a kit from International Auto Parts for old Alfa Romeo and Fiat Spiders so I am not a good person to ask for the best choice of relays and wiring unless you own one of those.
727854
Because my application does a lot of switching, I opted to use them as pilot relays for larger, power relays. I can't say that I've ever seen a relay heat sinked, but my concern with the higher current levels was contact pitting. Using them at their limit could cause pitting and therefore even more resistance and heat.
1040943
I did not have this exact problem but there has been a rash of bad circuit boards axcording to the tech. Its unusual yours works intermittent ly versus complete failure. If I had to guess it sounds like you have a cooling problem and theset shuts down to save itself. Try putting a small fan behind it.
302121
Mine works but not well. I get best results when I repeatedly operate the switch instead of just holding it.
667301
Juan, I haven't had any problems with mine except on occasion it has indicated two circuit breakers as noted in the comment from E. Allen. This hasn't been a problem for me as I am not doing commercial work any more but friends/family/ volunteer type work. I would most likely buy this tester again. It beats the one I used when I was in business but that one was old technology. I think you will be satisfied with it.
1290406
Yes, I have the same problem. I have learned to work around it. I make sure that I turn the main switch off, when I am not using the fan. I will check the channel switch, as suggested by other users. It is a very good fan, I would not replace it.
618106
Had the same issue. System was rarely powered off by the front panel power button. After a couple of years, tried to power off and got the "FAIL: Relay Weld" error. Tried the 6" drop onto a hard surface to unstick the relay. It worked! At least, so far.
1012096
Sorry It is defective. It could short out. This problem occurs occasionally. Hope I helped
1193369
I had the same issue...just cut the plug end off and solder splice to the fan controller with heat shrink over it afterwards.
66
If the breaker trips then the element is defective. The thermostat module may be bad. Masterbuilt customer service is pretty reasonable so give them a call. Also try a different outlet perhaps your ground is bad. Good luck!