Unit trips the household circuit breaker or GFCI when plugged in or when starting a cycle.

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Unplug the fryer immediately. Risk of shock and fire.

• Check cord and plug: Inspect for cuts, crushed sections, or burn marks. Replace the power cord if damaged.
• Dry the unit: If the fryer was recently washed or exposed to heavy steam, allow it to dry for 24 hours in a warm, dry area before further testing.
• Internal inspection: With the unit unplugged, remove the rear cover and inspect for obvious shorts: melted insulation, wires touching the metal chassis, or burnt components.
• Heater ground test: Disconnect heater leads and measure resistance from each heater terminal to chassis. Any measurable resistance indicates a ground fault; replace the heating element assembly.
• Board inspection: If heater and wiring are good, inspect the main control board for burnt or cracked components. Replace the board if damaged.