Nuwave Arcing at Heating Element or Metal Contact

Nuwave air fryer occasionally sparks inside near the heating element.

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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

Metal utensil or foil touching heater, cracked heating element, loose heater connection arcing to chassis, food residue carbonized on element

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: If you see sparks, stop the cooking cycle immediately and unplug the unit. Do not reach inside until it has cooled.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Remove metal objects: Ensure no metal skewers, foil pieces, or utensils are contacting the heating element.
  • Clean element: Once cool, gently wipe the heating element with a damp cloth to remove carbonized food. Do not scrub aggressively.
  • Inspect element: Look for cracks, pits, or areas where the element is touching metal parts of the chassis.
  • Check connections (advanced): With the cover removed, inspect heater terminals for loose connections or burn marks.
  • Replace element: Replace a damaged or cracked heating element assembly and any burnt wiring.

Warning: Do not continue using the air fryer if arcing persists; this is a fire and shock hazard.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Heating Element Assembly
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