Nuwave Excessive Cabinet Temperature

Nuwave air fryer exterior gets extremely hot to the touch during normal cooking.

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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

Blocked ventilation, degraded internal insulation, fan not moving enough air, operating too close to walls or under cabinets

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: If the exterior becomes too hot to touch comfortably, unplug the unit and allow it to cool. Keep children away during operation.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Improve clearance: Move the air fryer to an open area with at least 4–6 inches of clearance on all sides and above.
  • Clean vents: Inspect and clean all air intake and exhaust vents to ensure free airflow.
  • Check fan performance: Listen for strong airflow during operation. If airflow is weak, see the fan-related troubleshooting steps.
  • Inspect insulation (advanced): With the unit unplugged and cover removed, check for missing or damaged heat shields and insulation around the cooking cavity.
  • Replace insulation: Replace any burned or missing thermal insulation panels or heat shields as needed.

Note: Some warmth is normal, but surfaces should not cause burns under normal use.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Thermal Insulation Panels
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