SMoke unit question on an 8213 242 steam engine

had to disconnect my smoke unit while hooked up it trips the breaker in the transformer. I know i can order a new unit but would like to upgrade to a fan driven unit if possible. This unit seems to be all molded plastic so i cant even replace the heating element or batting in it has anyone rebuilt one of these units or upgraded one. Thank you looking forward to your reply

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