T-fal Overheating / Poor Air Circulation

Food is burnt on the outside but raw inside.

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Possible Causes

Fan not running at full speed, Blocked air vents, Cooking temperature set too high, Basket overloaded or food stacked too thick

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Use oven mitts when handling hot baskets.

Usage adjustments:

  • Reduce cooking temperature by 10–20°C (25–35°F) and increase time slightly.
  • Arrange food in a single layer with space between pieces.
  • Shake or flip food halfway through cooking.

Airflow checks:

  • Ensure the fan is running strongly; if airflow seems weak, inspect and clean the convection fan and vents.
  • Clean any grease or debris from the top mesh and exhaust vents.

If fan performance is poor despite cleaning, the fan motor may be failing and should be replaced.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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