Stop use. If there is smoke or fire, leave and call 911. Do not open panels or repeatedly reset a tripped breaker. A qualified professional should assess the appliance and circuit.
Safety first
Stop use. If there is smoke or fire, leave and call 911. Do not open panels or repeatedly reset a tripped breaker. A qualified professional should assess the appliance and circuit.
Practical next steps
- Protect people first and stop operating the appliance when a hazard is present.
- Record the full model and what you observed only when it is safe.
- Use the official resource and the exact model manual; bring in qualified service where the work exceeds owner-safe checks.