Amica Fan Blade Obstruction or Worn Fan Motor Bearings

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, Debris caught in fan, Worn fan motor bearings, Loose mounting screws

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

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

  • Access fan: Remove the inner rear panel to expose the convection fan.
  • Check for debris: Remove any loose screws, food pieces, or foil that may be contacting the fan blade.
  • Tighten blade: Ensure the fan blade nut is tight on the motor shaft.
  • Motor bearings: Spin the fan by hand; if it feels rough or wobbly, replace the convection fan motor.
  • Mounting screws: Tighten all screws securing the fan motor to the oven cavity.
  • Test: Reassemble and run the fan mode to confirm the noise is resolved.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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