Sage Convection fan mechanical wear / imbalance

Fan is very loud, rattling, or grinding during operation.

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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.

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Possible Causes

Worn fan motor bearings, Bent or loose fan blade, Foreign object contacting fan, Fan mounting bracket loose

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit and let it cool before accessing the fan.

  • Check for loose items: Remove the basket and inspect for loose screws, foil, or food pieces that may be hitting the fan.
  • Visual fan check: Look up at the fan and heater. If a blade appears bent or loose on the shaft, it may need to be tightened or replaced.
  • Spin test: With the cover removed and unit unplugged, gently spin the fan. Roughness or side‑to‑side play indicates worn bearings.
  • Tighten mounts: Check the fan motor bracket screws and tighten if loose.
  • Replace motor or fan: If noise persists and the motor feels rough, replace the convection fan motor and, if damaged, the fan blade.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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