Instant Pot Restricted Airflow

Air fryer fan runs but airflow from vents is weak.

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

Grease buildup on fan blades, partially blocked exhaust vents, misaligned fan shroud, slow fan motor

Safety first: Unplug before cleaning or adjusting internal parts.

Clean vents: Use a soft brush or vacuum to remove dust and grease from intake and exhaust vents.
Clean fan: Access the fan and wipe blades clean of grease and debris to restore efficiency.
Check shroud alignment: Ensure the fan shroud is not shifted and restricting airflow; reposition and tighten screws.
Motor performance: If airflow remains weak and the motor seems slow, replace the fan motor.

Medium 3/5

Convection Fan Motor

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