Oven – How to replace the fan motor (2)

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Always refer to the safety information in your product’s user manual before carrying out any repair or maintenance.https://www.electrolux.com/support/user-manuals/

WARNING!RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

Before carrying out any repair or maintenance, switch off the appliance and unplug it from the socket.

WARNING!RISK OF INJURY

Always take care when moving appliances. For heavy appliances, it’s safest for two people to move them. Always use safety gloves and safety footwear. Wear safety gloves at all times to protect against cuts from sharp edges.

WARNING!RISK OF EYE INJURY

Wear safety glasses if you’re doing any maintenance or repair work that involves springs.

WARNING!RISK OF BURNS

Before carrying out any repair or maintenance, make sure the appliance is not hot.

WARNING!CHOKING HAZARD

Small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Keep all small parts and packaging out of reach of children.

Only adults should use or install the product.

Make sure to use the product only for its intended purpose and check that it’s a compatible part for the product you’re using.

Do not use or install the product if it is damaged.

Please note that doing repairs yourself or using someone who isn’t a professional can have safety consequences if not done properly and might void the warranty. It’s essential that you have the proper know-how.

HOW TO REPLACE FAN MOTOR

1. Unplug the appliance from the mains and open the door. (The door MUST stay open for the entire repair.)

2. Unscrew the five Torx 20 screws on either side of the top panel and at the centre back of the top panel. Lift the top panel from the back to remove it.

3. Discharge the capacitor. NOTE: The capacitor must be discharged before any repairs are carried out.

4. Unscrew the four Torx 20 screws at the top of the back panel and pull the back panel towards you to remove it.

5. Carefully disconnect the wiring connectors from the fan motor spade. (Note: Take a photo of the wiring position/location before disconnecting.) Take care not to damage the connectors.

6. Unscrew the four Torx 20 screws and remove the fan cover inside the oven.

7. Unscrew the 10mm nut on the fan blade.

8. Pull the fan blade towards you to remove it.

9. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to prise out the retaining clip holding the fan motor in place.

10. Twist the fan motor anticlockwise to release it and remove the fan motor.

11. When reassembling, repeat the steps in reverse order.