Breville Thermal Cutout / Overheat Protection Tripping

Multicooker shuts off unexpectedly during cooking and may restart after cooling.

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

Blocked ventilation around base, Internal cooling fan failure, Thermal fuse or thermostat tripping due to high temperature, Excessive ambient temperature

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the cooker and allow it to cool fully before reuse.

Improve ventilation: Ensure at least several inches of clearance around the cooker and do not operate under low cabinets without ventilation.
Clean vents: Use a soft brush or vacuum to clear dust from side and bottom vents.
Check fan noise: Listen for the internal cooling fan during operation; absence of fan noise may indicate failure.
Service if recurring: Repeated thermal shutdowns suggest a failing fan, thermostat, or thermal fuse that should be replaced.

Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Thermal Fuse / Thermostat and Cooling Fan

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