Black+Decker Corrosion Damage

Visible rust or corrosion on warming plate or internal metal components.

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

Prolonged exposure to spilled liquids, use of harsh cleaners, damaged protective coating on warming plate, high humidity storage

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and ensure the unit is dry before cleaning rust.

Surface rust on warming plate:

Light rust can sometimes be removed with a non-abrasive scrub pad and mild cleaner.
Do not use steel wool that can damage coatings further.

Internal corrosion:

Open the base and inspect for corrosion on the heating element, connectors, and control board.
Clean light corrosion with isopropyl alcohol; replace heavily corroded parts.

When to replace:

Replace a severely rusted warming plate or heating element assembly to avoid failure or contamination.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Warming Plate Assembly

Check Price on Amazon

We may earn a commission from links on this page.