Breville Start Circuit / Relay Control Failure

Display and lights work but pressing Start does nothing; fan and heater never turn on.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Faulty start button on control panel, Door switch not detected closed, Failed relay driver on main control board, Corrupted control firmware

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before accessing controls.

  • Check door and basket: Ensure the door is fully closed and the basket or tray is properly seated. Many Breville air fryers will not start if the basket is not latched.
  • Test start button: Press the Start button firmly. If it feels mushy or unresponsive, the control panel may be faulty and require replacement.
  • Door switch test: Verify the door interlock switch operates and shows correct continuity when the door is closed.
  • Control reset: Unplug for 10 minutes and then reconnect to clear minor firmware issues.
  • Board diagnosis: If inputs are working but the relays never click, the main control board relay driver may have failed and the board should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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