E3
Kenmore Heater circuit open or heating element failure

Display shows E3 and the air fryer will not heat.

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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

Open heating element,Loose heater wiring at terminals,Burned spade connector on heater,Failed heater relay on main control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the air fryer and let it cool completely. Heating components can remain hot for a long time.

  • Visual inspection: Remove the top or rear cover to access the heating element assembly. Look for broken coils, burn marks, or melted connectors.
  • Check wiring: Ensure the high‑temperature wires from the main control board to the heating element are firmly attached and not charred. Replace any discolored or brittle wires with high‑temp appliance wire.
  • Test the element: Disconnect at least one wire from the heating element and measure resistance with a multimeter. A typical air fryer element may read between 10–40Ω. An open circuit (OL) indicates a failed element that must be replaced.
  • Inspect heater relay: On the main control board, locate the heater relay (often labeled with a heater symbol). Look for burn marks or a melted case. If the element tests good but E3 persists and the relay never clicks during a cook cycle, the main control board is likely faulty.
  • Replace parts as needed: Install a new heating element assembly if open or visibly damaged. If wiring and element are good, replace the main control board.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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