Midea Short Circuit / Ground Fault

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

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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

Shorted heating element to chassis, Damaged power cord, Moisture inside unit, Shorted component on main PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Unplug the unit and keep it unplugged until inspected.

  • Step 1 – Dry the unit: If the air fryer was recently washed or exposed to moisture, allow it to dry for at least 24 hours in a warm, dry place.
  • Step 2 – Inspect cord and plug: Look for visible damage. Replace the cord if any defects are found.
  • Step 3 – Heater insulation test (advanced): With the unit unplugged and heater disconnected, check resistance between each heater terminal and chassis. Any low resistance indicates a ground fault; replace the heater assembly.
  • Step 4 – PCB inspection: Look for burnt or cracked components on the main board. Replace the board if damaged.
  • Step 5 – Professional help: If you are not comfortable testing for ground faults, contact a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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