If your fridge is tripping a fuse every time the door is opened, there could be several potential reasons for this issue. It's important to remember that diagnosing electrical problems remotely can be challenging, and I still recommend having a professional technician inspect your fridge to identify and fix the specific problem. However, here are some possible explanations for the repeated fuse tripping:
Damaged Wiring or Components: There might be damaged wiring or electrical components inside the fridge, which could be causing a short circuit when the door is opened. This issue could have developed over time due to wear and tear, or it could have been caused during the recent cleaning process.
Moisture Intrusion: Moisture might have seeped into the electrical components during the cleaning process, leading to a short circuit when the door is opened and triggering the fuse to blow.
Door Switch Malfunction: The door switch is a component that activates or deactivates the fridge's interior light and other functions when the door is opened or closed. A malfunctioning door switch might be shorting out the circuit when the door is opened.
Defrost Heater Problem: Some refrigerators have a defrost heater that turns on periodically to prevent ice buildup. If the defrost heater is malfunctioning or has a short circuit, it could be tripping the fuse when the door is opened.
Compressor Issues: While less likely, a problem with the compressor or its electrical connections could cause a sudden surge in power when the door is opened, leading to a fuse trip.
Faulty Fuse or Circuit Breaker: In some cases, the issue might not be with the fridge itself but with the electrical system in your home. A faulty fuse or circuit breaker could be overly sensitive and trip whenever there's a minor power surge from the fridge.
Since the problem occurs when the door is opened, it's likely related to an electrical component associated with that action. However, without a physical inspection and testing of the fridge's internal components, it's hard to pinpoint the exact cause.
To avoid any potential safety hazards, it's best to stop using the fridge until a professional technician can diagnose and repair the issue. Attempting to troubleshoot or repair electrical problems in a fridge without proper knowledge and experience can be dangerous and may cause further damage. Call a qualified appliance repair technician to inspect and fix the problem for you.