H0
T-fal Heater Relay Stuck Open / No Heat Output

Display shows H0 or HO and the unit does not heat, though the fan may run.

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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

Failed heater relay contacts, Broken relay drive transistor on PCB, Cold solder joint on heater relay pins, Internal PCB trace damage to heater circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the air fryer and allow it to cool. Work carefully around mains-voltage components.

Verification:

  • Start a cooking cycle and listen for a click from inside the unit. Lack of a click may indicate the heater relay is not energizing.
  • Check that the fan runs; if the fan runs but there is no heat and H0 is displayed, the heater circuit is likely not being switched on.

Internal inspection (advanced):

  • Remove the housing to access the main control PCB.
  • Locate the heater relay (a small rectangular component, often labeled with coil voltage and contact ratings).
  • Inspect for burn marks, cracked casing, or discolored PCB around the relay.
  • Resolder any cracked or dull solder joints on the relay pins.
  • If you have a multimeter and experience, test for voltage at the heater terminals when a cycle is started. No voltage with a command to heat indicates a relay or drive circuit fault.
  • Replace the heater relay if you are capable of desoldering/soldering, or replace the entire main control board if component-level repair is not practical.

Because this involves live mains circuits, many users will be safer replacing the full control board or using professional service.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Heater Relay
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