DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the blower assembly on a Kitchenaid Canopy Vent Hood (model #KVWB400DSS). The most common reason for replacing the blower is if the fan will not operate properly.
All of the information for this blower assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: flat head screwdriver, T-10 Torx bit, T-15 Torx bit
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Canopy vent hood - model kvwb400dss
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Kitchenaid canopy vent hood blower assembly replacement.
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You will need a t-10 torx bit and a small flat-head screwdriver, a t-15 torx bit, and a blanket.
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Turn off the power supply to the hood.
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Place a blanket over the cooktop to protect the surface.
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Rotate the access panel down.
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Use a flat-head screwdriver to loosen the two screws securing the panel.
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Fully unthread the screws to release the panel.
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Remove both grease filters.
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Use a t-10 torx bit to unthread the screws to release the filter frames.
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Next, unthread the screws to release the blower assembly cover.
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Disconnect the blower assembly wire connecter.
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Use a t-15 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the two upper insulation retaining brackets.
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Next, unthread the remaining four screws securing the blower assembly.
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Carefully pull the assembly forward to detach it from the vent hood.
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Prepare the new blower assembly for installation by cutting the zip tie to release the power supply wires.
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Insert the tabs on the assembly mounting bracket into the slots in the vent hood and slide the blower assembly back.
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Thread and tighten the six screws to secure the assembly.
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Be sure to secure the insulation retaining brackets under the appropriate screws.
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With the assembly secured connect the wire connecter.
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Reposition the blower assembly cover and secure it with the screws.
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Realign the grease filter frames and rethread the screws to secure.
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Replace the grease filters.
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Align the access panel on the hinges then thread and tighten the two screws to secure.
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Once the rear of the panel is secured, rotate the panel up and snap it into position.
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Turn the power supply back on.