Air fryer emits a burning smell (plastic or electrical) during use.

Safety first: If you smell strong burning plastic or see smoke, unplug immediately and do not continue using the appliance until inspected.

Steps:

• 1. Initial cleaning: Once cool, remove basket and pan. Clean all grease and food residue from the interior, heater guard, and basket.
• 2. Visual inspection: Look for melted plastic parts near the heater or fan. Check that no packaging material or silicone accessories are touching the heater.
• 3. Internal wiring: Open the housing and inspect wiring near the heater and fan for melted insulation or burn marks. Tighten any loose spade connectors.
• 4. Test run: After cleaning and repairs, run the unit empty at a moderate temperature with good ventilation. A slight odor may be normal initially, but persistent strong burning smell indicates unresolved issues.

Stop use and contact a technician if you find charred wiring or components; these must be replaced to avoid fire risk.