Is my appliance burning?

Question

How do you identify if an appliance is burning? Smell? Not working?

Aron · Answer

A qualified electrician would be able to run tests on cables as well as visibly check ...

Paul · Answer

Testing appliance will identify if it is faulty, you could contact a local appliance repair company who can test and replace parts where necessary.

William · Answer

if the appliance is a microwave then there is a soft part embedded inside the microwave too delicate to be touched accidentally during operation. may smell and look like a burn for a microwave

Seyit Soner · Answer

Hi there. Smell can sometimes bring results. If it smells bad, it may be spoiled.   :)

Tarsem · Answer

Yes could be burning smell, fuses trip,  not working etc.

Anthony · Answer

Burning is usually identified by smell, appliance stops working efficiently
could cause electric to trip fuse and is usually caused by faulty/damaged internal wiring

Paul James · Answer

Smells like burning,touching (if it’s hot ) 
Visual ( signs of melting or heat damage 

If you’re indoubt . Disposal of it

Gurinder · Answer

Check the appliance for any signs of burn marks or flame marks, the appliance would need to be investigated and pat tested to confirm it is safe for use, hope this helps.

Mark · Answer

If its burning there will be smoke disconnect or switch off sockets at the fuseboard before touching it

Eric · Answer

Both of those, also tripping of your circuit may happen.  If your concerned of an appliance, then unplug it and do not use it.

Is my appliance burning?

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