Air fryer trips the household circuit breaker or GFCI outlet when turned on or when heating starts.

Safety first: Unplug the air fryer immediately after any breaker trip. Do not repeatedly reset a breaker without finding the cause.

Steps to diagnose breaker tripping:

• 1. Try a different circuit: Plug the air fryer into another outlet on a different circuit (not GFCI if possible) to confirm the issue follows the appliance.
• 2. Inspect the power cord: Look for damage along the cord. Replace the cord if any cuts or exposed wires are found.
• 3. Open the housing: With the unit unplugged, remove the rear or bottom cover. Look for pinched wires where panels meet, especially near the heater and fan.
• 4. Check the heating element: Inspect for areas where the element may be touching the metal chassis. If the element is warped and contacting metal, it can cause a ground fault.
• 5. Moisture check: Look for signs of condensation or liquid on the control board or wiring. Allow the unit to dry thoroughly if moisture is present.
• 6. Component isolation (advanced): Disconnect the heater leads and test the unit briefly. If the breaker no longer trips, the heater is likely shorted and must be replaced. Similarly, test with the fan motor disconnected to isolate a shorted motor.
• 7. Replace faulty parts: Replace any shorted heating element, damaged wiring, or failed fan motor. If the control board shows burn marks, replace it as well.

Warning: If you are not experienced with electrical troubleshooting, have a qualified technician perform these checks. Short circuits can be dangerous.