DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the convection fan motor on a Kitchenaid double oven gas range (model #KFGD500ESS04). The most common reason for replacing the motor is if the convection function will not work.
All of the information in this motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Double Oven Gas Range - KFGD500ESS04
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Gas Range Convection Fan Motor Replacement
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Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver, half-inch wrench, number two square drive bit
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Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
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Pull the range away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a quarter-inch nut driver to unthread all of the screws securing the lower rear access panel.
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Lift the panel up and out to remove.
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Now lift up the front of the appliance and support it in the center.
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Unthread the two lower screws securing the door retaining brackets to the frame.
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Open the door and unthread the upper screws securing the door retaining brackets.
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Rotate the hinge locks back
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Loosen the brackets and use tape to help secure them to the door.
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Partially close the door, then lift and pull the door toward you to remove.
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Remove the support and lower the range.
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the convection fan baffle.
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Use a half-inch wrench to unthread the convection blade nut clockwise to remove.
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Pull off the fan blade.
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Now use a number two square drive bit to unthread the three mounting screws securing the fan motor.
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Returning to the rear of the appliance, disconnect the wire connecter and you can fully remove the old fan motor.
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Prepare the new convection fan motor for installation by transferring the plate and insulation from the old motor to the new one.
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Now connect the wire connecter and position the new motor on the rear panel.
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Have an assistant hold it in place as you thread the mounting screws to secure.
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Align the fan blade then thread the nut counter-clockwise and tighten.
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Reposition the baffle and replace the screws to hold it in place.
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Replace the oven racks.
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Support the front the range, then reinstall the door by inserting the door hinges into the hinge slots.
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Reposition the retaining brackets and rotate the hinge locks forward.
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Rethread the upper screws to secure the brackets.
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Close the door and thread the two lower screws to fully secure the retaining brackets.
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Remove the support and lower the appliance.
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Reposition the rear access panel.
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Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
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Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the gas range should be ready for use.