my flat iron turns off by itself after a few minutes, the light goes out and i have to unplug it and plug it back in

— asked by Jordan

Quick answer: The auto-shutoff feature is activating prematurely. This model has a safety shutoff (usually around 30-60 minutes), but a faulty sensor or thermostat can cause it to trigger much sooner.

Diagnosis

The auto-shutoff feature is activating prematurely. This model has a safety shutoff (usually around 30-60 minutes), but a faulty sensor or thermostat can cause it to trigger much sooner.

How to Fix It

Rule out simple causes first.
1. Ensure you are actively using it. The motion sensor might not detect movement if the iron is left stationary on a counter or table.
2. Check that the temperature dial isn't stuck between settings, which can confuse the internal circuit.
3. Try cycling the temperature dial from the lowest to highest setting several times with the iron on to clear any sensor glitch.

If That Didn't Work

The internal thermostat is likely defective and reading the temperature incorrectly, causing it to think it's overheating or has been idle. This requires professional repair.

Heads Up

This is a safety feature, not a flaw in design. If it's malfunctioning, do not attempt to disable it, as that creates a serious fire hazard.

0

Different problem with the same product?

Ask about the Remington Pro Pearl Ceramic Flat Iron →