Electrolux Thermal Cutoff Tripping / Overheat Shutdown

Air fryer shuts off before the timer reaches zero; unit may restart after cooling.

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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

Blocked vents, Failing fan motor, Weak or overly sensitive thermal cutoff, Control PCB overheating

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and allow the unit to cool fully.

Steps:

  • Ventilation: Ensure proper clearance around the unit and that vents are not blocked by walls or objects.
  • Clean airflow path: Remove grease and dust from vents, fan guard, and interior surfaces.
  • Check fan: Confirm the fan runs at full speed. Replace the fan motor if it is slow or noisy.
  • Thermal cutoff: Test the thermal fuse/thermostat for proper operation. Replace if it is weak or tripping prematurely (use identical rating).
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Thermal Cutoff / High-Limit Thermostat
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