Russell Hobbs Fan Motor / Fan Blade Mechanical Fault

Oven makes loud rattling or grinding noises when the fan is running.

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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

Loose fan blade on shaft, Debris caught in fan, Worn fan motor bearings, Loose mounting screws on fan housing

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power and allow the oven to cool before accessing the fan.

  • Access fan: Remove the fan cover inside the oven cavity.
  • Check for debris: Remove any loose screws, food pieces, or foil caught in the fan blades.
  • Tighten blade: Ensure the fan blade is securely fastened to the motor shaft. Tighten the centre nut if loose.
  • Check bearings: Spin the fan by hand. If it feels rough or wobbly, replace the fan motor.
  • Secure housing: Tighten any loose screws on the fan housing and rear panel.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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