Electrical overheating

Resistance, loose connections or failing equipment generate abnormal heat at an electrical component.

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Urgency profileStop / critical

Use timing, location and checks to separate competing explanations.

Critical safety interlock

Stop and make the area safe

Do not continue ordinary troubleshooting until the immediate hazard has been addressed.

Leave the affected area and contact the appropriate emergency or licensed professional service.

Do not use odor or heat as an invitation to open energized equipment.

Observe→Distinguish→Control source→Verify

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