Sunbeam
Convection Fan Not Operating
Convection fan is not running; food cooks unevenly and the top may burn while the bottom stays undercooked.
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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
Failed fan motor, Obstruction in fan blades, Loose fan motor connector, Faulty fan control circuit on PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug and allow to cool. Fan blades are sharp and can cause injury.
Steps:
- 1. Listen for fan: During operation, you should hear a steady fan noise. If silent, proceed to inspection (after unplugging).
- 2. Access fan: Remove the inner top shield or base cover to reach the fan assembly.
- 3. Clear obstructions: Remove any food debris, foil, or warped plastic blocking the fan.
- 4. Spin test: Manually spin the fan. If it is stiff or grinding, replace the fan motor assembly.
- 5. Check wiring: Ensure the fan motor connector is secure on the control PCB and that wires are intact.
- 6. Electrical test: Measure motor resistance; an open circuit indicates a failed motor. If the motor is good but never receives power, the PCB fan driver is likely faulty.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Convection Fan Motor
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