Oklahoma Joe’s Loose Internal Components or Fan Imbalance

Grill makes rattling or vibrating noise during operation

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Possible Causes

Loose heat baffle or drip tray, Loose combustion fan mounting screws, Bent fan blade, Loose fasteners on hopper or barrel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn the grill OFF, unplug it, and allow it to cool.

  • Remove grates and check that the heat baffle and drip tray are seated correctly and not warped.
  • Inspect the combustion fan mounting screws and tighten if loose.
  • Spin the fan by hand to check for wobble; replace the fan assembly if blades are bent.
  • Check and tighten all accessible bolts on the legs, hopper, and barrel.

Warning: Persistent vibration can damage wiring and components over time; correct mechanical looseness promptly.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Combustion Fan Assembly
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