Rangemaster Worn Fan Motor Bearings / Loose Fan Blade

Oven fan runs but is very noisy (grinding, rattling, or squealing).

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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, Loose fan fixing nut, Bent fan blade, Foreign object caught in fan

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Isolate power and allow the oven to cool before removing panels.

  • 1. Remove rear panel: Inside the oven, remove the screws holding the fan cover and inspect the fan blade for damage or debris.
  • 2. Tighten fan nut: If the fan blade is loose on the shaft, carefully tighten the central nut (usually reverse thread on some models).
  • 3. Check for debris: Remove any trapped foil, screws, or food residues.
  • 4. Assess motor bearings: Spin the fan by hand. If it feels rough or wobbly, the motor bearings are worn and the motor should be replaced.
  • 5. Replace fan motor if needed: Access from the rear, remove mounting screws, and fit a new Rangemaster fan motor.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Oven Fan Motor
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