Russell Hobbs Overheating / Temperature Control Failure

Air fryer overheats; food burns quickly even at normal settings.

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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 NTC sensor, NTC sensor detached from heater housing, Stuck heater relay on control PCB, Failed thermostat or thermal cut-out not opening

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug immediately if you suspect overheating. Allow to cool fully.

  • Check for sensor detachment: Open the housing and verify the NTC sensor is firmly attached to the heater shroud. Reattach with the original clip or a high-temperature clamp if loose.
  • Inspect sensor wiring: Look for pinched or shorted sensor wires. Repair or replace the sensor harness if insulation is damaged.
  • Test sensor resistance: At room temperature, measure sensor resistance and compare to spec. A very low resistance may indicate a shorted sensor.
  • Check heater relay: If the heater remains on even when the unit is turned off or reaches set temperature, the relay on the control PCB may be welded closed. Replace the PCB.
  • Verify thermal cut-out: Test continuity of the thermal cut-out thermostat. If it never opens at high temperature (requires controlled heating to test), replace it.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

NTC Temperature Sensor
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