Bosch Heat Pump Dryer Rodent Damage

Rodent damage had stopped the condensate pump from working in this Bosch heat pump dryer. The pump motor winding was open circuit, and damaged insulation on the wiring also needed attention.

A new condensate pump was installed, and the affected wiring was repaired or replaced as required. Following this work, the dryer was working again.

Condensate pump motor fault

A heat pump dryer removes moisture from clothing by condensing it into water. The condensate pump moves this collected water towards the collection tank or drain, depending on the appliance’s setup.

In this dryer, the pump motor winding was found to be open circuit. This means the electrical path through the winding was broken, preventing the motor from running and the pump from moving water.

The faulty condensate pump was replaced with a new pump.

Repairing rodent-damaged wiring

The rodent damage also affected the insulation around the wires. Insulation keeps electrical conductors separated and helps prevent contact with other components, so this damage needed to be addressed as part of the repair.

Some affected wiring was repaired, while other wiring was replaced. With the new pump installed and the wiring work completed, the Bosch dryer was operating again.

Why proper fault finding matters

A condensate pump that has stopped working does not always have the same underlying fault. The pump itself, its electrical supply or damaged wiring may need investigation. In this case, both the failed pump and the wiring damage required attention.

If you suspect rodents have damaged an appliance or its wiring, stop using it and arrange a professional assessment. Do not attempt to inspect or repair internal electrical components yourself.

Bosch dryer repairs in Armidale and surrounding areas

John Crawford Appliance Repairs provides Bosch dryer fault finding, servicing and repairs in Armidale, Guyra, Uralla and surrounding areas of the New England region.

To discuss a dryer fault or suspected wiring damage, contact us.