Tristar Phantom Touch / Control Panel Ghosting

Unit starts by itself or changes settings without user input.

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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

Moisture on touch panel, Electrostatic interference, Faulty touch sensor IC, Damaged touch panel overlay

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the air fryer when not in use until the issue is resolved.

  • Dry the panel:
    • Wipe the control surface dry and allow it to air out for several hours.
  • Relocate unit:
    • Move away from strong electromagnetic sources (e.g., induction cooktops).
  • Inspect panel (advanced):
    • Check for cracks or delamination of the touch overlay.
  • Replace parts: Replace the touch control panel assembly if phantom touches persist. If still present, replace the main control PCB.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Touch Control Panel Assembly
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