Air fryer exterior becomes excessively hot to touch during operation.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Keep children away from the appliance during use. Unplug and cool before inspection.
Steps:
- Improve ventilation: Move the air fryer to an open area with adequate clearance.
- Check for heat shield displacement: Open the housing and inspect metal heat shields around the cavity. Reattach any that have come loose.
- Inspect insulation: Look for missing or degraded insulation material between the cavity and outer shell.
If insulation or heat shields are damaged or missing, replace them or the entire outer shell assembly. Persistent excessive exterior temperature may warrant professional evaluation.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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