Russell Hobbs
Intermittent Thermal Cut-Out / Overheat Protection
Unit shuts off randomly during cooking and may restart after cooling.
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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
Weak thermal cut-out opening early, Blocked vents causing overheating, Fan slowing intermittently, Loose thermal sensor connection
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug and allow to cool before inspection.
- Ventilation: Ensure at least 10 cm clearance around the unit and that vents are not blocked.
- Clean interior: Remove grease buildup from the heater guard and fan area to improve cooling.
- Check fan: Confirm the fan runs continuously during operation. If it slows or stops intermittently, replace the fan motor.
- Inspect thermal cut-out: Access the thermal cut-out thermostat and check for loose mounting or wiring. Replace if it opens at relatively low temperatures (requires controlled testing).
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Thermal Cut-Out Thermostat
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