Why won't my electric heater turn on- problems and solutions 

Technological advancement has benefited daily life chores via different devices, among which electric heater is a product not to be missed. The machine is used for various purposes such as water heating, space heating, etc. Electric heaters are not only easy to use but also cost-efficient. Nevertheless, like many other devices, electric heaters can also get out of function. Hence, it becomes crucial to acquire in-depth knowledge, not only about such problems but also their solutions. So, keep on reading, and the forthcoming content will elaborate on some common problems for which an electric heater may stop working, along with their solutions. So, without wasting time in the discussion, let us start with the content. Please have a look.

Causes that may occur

We have divided the list of causes into various pieces so that you don't have to digest a more significant chunk of information altogether. With that said, please have a look. 

1: Heater keeps going off and on 

2: The fan is on, but the air is not present

Electric heaters do produce a little bit of warm air. That means you must feel warm air blow when you move closer to the heater. Nevertheless, it may also happen that you can hear the sound of fainting where, yet no heat or air is coming out of it. It is a clear indication that there is a problem with the heating process. Most chances are the system is burnt or broken. 

3: the heater fan is not working 

Another common problem causing an electric heater to stop working is the fan getting out of order. It mostly happens if the wiring of the device isn't efficient. You can check the fan by opening the unit up.

4: The thermostat battery may be dead 

If your electric heating system is not turning on, one of the primary things you need to check is its thermostat. For those who don't know what a thermostat is, it is a kind of battery that is needed by the system to keep working. Hence, a dead thermostat battery may force your heater to go off. If the thermostat of your electric heater is hardwired, a brief power outage or a tiny power surge may cause it to lose its life. Nevertheless, you can rest the device if you own a programmable thermostat. Furthermore, an intelligent thermostat can stop working if it has lost its internet connection, impeding its ability to communicate with the heating system. So, make sure your wife is continuously on throughout the heating process. If you have an old standard version of the thermostat that has stopped working, you may suspect wiring failure.

5: The circuit breaker 

There is a high chance of the system being turned off if you recently had a maintenance team at your home. The technician might have turned the system down during the inspection session. It is a rare yet possible situation that might occur. The same is why you check for the power supply on your circuit board before you start to panic about your heating system.

Solutions 

Now that we are done discussing some of the major causes of an electric heater not turning on, here are some of its easy and reliable solutions for your help.

2: Repairing the thermostat

In the above list, we mentioned thermostats as the common problem. Hence, the simplest solution to it is getting the thermostat repaired. Here are a few steps you can follow for the purpose Inspect the thermostat thoroughly to observe the level at which it is set. If your thermostat is set at a lower temperature or off position, turn it on at a higher level. Most of the thermostat only starts to work after this step, so try turning your heater on. If it works, congratulations, you are all done. Nevertheless, if your thermostat is still not working, if its dial is stuck or becomes faulty, it can happen if the electric heater hasn't been used for a while. If it happens. Contact professionals to install a new thermostat

3: Clean up the device 

Sometimes, cleaning is the solution to many problems. So start up the process by cleaning the grille with your shop vacuum. We recommend conducting this session when it is intact on the heater box. This way, you can use a drill to remove all nuts and screws safely. Make sure to keep them safe, as you will be needing them later. 

4: Repairing the blown fuses 

Blown fuses can happen all the time. And if it has happened, here are a few steps you need to do Unplug the device and check the fuse box of your house to see if the fuse has blown or not. If blown or tripped, you now need to replace it or rest the circuit breakers. Plug the appliance back and switch on the device. See if the problem is solved.

 5: The heating element

If you encounter any of the above-discussed problems with your heating element, you need to follow some of the below steps to test the continuity. Please turn off the heater and unplug it from the main supply. Disassemble the entire unit Access the heating element and set the multiplier to resistance times 1 or RX1. Touch the probes to each end of the multiplier of the heating element If you observe high resistance, the heating element is working fine. However, reading infinity indicates a problem with the element, or it may have broken. Replace the element. However, ensure the device is of the same size, shape, power rating, and resistance.

Conclusion 

To wrap up, electric heaters are excellent and efficient devices. However, they can get out of order, and you may find it difficult to turn your heater on. There are various reasons behind this problem. The content above contains some significant reasons why you won't be able to turn your heater on. However, we have also incorporated some simple solutions for your help. So, make sure to read the whole content carefully. Rest, we wish you good luck.