Air fryer emits a strong burning smell or visible smoke (not from food) during operation.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off the air fryer, unplug it, and open windows for ventilation. Do not continue to run the unit.
- Inspect interior: Once cool, remove the basket and check the heater guard and fan area for heavy grease, food residue, or foil touching the heater.
- Deep clean: Clean the interior surfaces, heater guard, and basket with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Do not soak the main unit.
- Check wiring: Remove the cover and inspect wiring near the heater and fan for melted insulation or scorch marks. Replace any damaged high-temperature wiring.
- Verify fan operation: Ensure the fan runs at full speed. A weak or stalled fan can cause localized overheating and burning smells.
- Test after cleaning: Run the unit empty at a moderate temperature for 10–15 minutes to burn off any remaining residues, monitoring closely for smoke.
Warning: If smoke appears to come from inside the control panel or wiring, discontinue use and have the unit professionally inspected.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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