Food is unevenly cooked; some areas are burnt while others are undercooked.

Safety first: Use oven mitts when handling hot baskets.

• Reduce load: Cook in smaller batches and avoid stacking food too thickly.
• Shake or turn food: Halfway through cooking, remove the basket and shake or turn items for more even exposure.
• Clean vents: Ensure top and rear vents are free of grease and debris.
• Check basket shape: Replace a warped basket that does not allow even airflow.

Warning: If uneven cooking persists even with proper loading, the fan or heater may be failing and should be inspected.