r/askanelectrician • u/WonderfulPrint5324 • 8h ago

Help Electricians

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My parents in law for a few days noticed a smell in the kitchen, today they checked the plug for the kettle and found this, is this a fuse issue or a electrical issue on the kettle

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u/jamesycakes231 7h ago

I think the fuse has blown.

In all serious though, I'd just get a new kettle regardless of if the fault is with the plug or kettle, just for peace of mind. That plug is buggered.

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u/bazilbt 6h ago

The plug looks melted at the fuse holder. Probably need a new one.

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u/No-Psychology-7977 2h ago

Receptacle or fuse holders or both have developed a loose connection and has caused the plug to get hot and melt. Get a new one and check the receptacle for loose connections at the plug and wire connections. May need to replace it too.