Vida by PADERNO
Electrical Short or Ground Fault
Air fryer trips the household circuit breaker or GFCI when starting or during cooking.
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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 heating element to chassis, Moisture inside cabinet, Damaged power cord, Shorted fan motor winding
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the air fryer and do not repeatedly reset the breaker without finding the cause.
- Step 1 – Dry the unit: If the air fryer was recently cleaned with excessive water or used under a cabinet with heavy steam, let it dry unplugged for 24 hours.
- Step 2 – Inspect cord and plug: Replace the power cord set if there are any cuts or burn marks.
- Step 3 – Check internal wiring: Remove the cover and inspect for wires pinched against metal, melted insulation, or signs of arcing.
- Step 4 – Test components to ground: With a multimeter, check resistance from the heater terminals and fan motor leads to the metal chassis. A low resistance indicates a ground fault; replace the faulty heating element assembly or fan motor.
Warning: Ground faults are serious safety issues. If you are not experienced with electrical testing, contact a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Heating Element Assembly
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