If your Kenmore range vent hood fan or light is not working, start with the thermal fuse, the most likely cause. A blown thermal fuse can interrupt power to both the fan motor and the light. Test the fuse for continuity with a multimeter and replace it if it has no continuity. If the fuse is good, check the fan switch, which may prevent voltage from reaching the fan motor. Next, test the on-off switch, since a failed switch can stop power from reaching either the light or fan. Other likely causes include a defective micro switch, switch kit, or rocker switch. Test each switch for continuity and replace any part that fails the test. These checks can help pinpoint why your Kenmore vent hood fan is not working, why the vent hood light is out, or why both functions have stopped. Always disconnect power before testing or replacing parts. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement thermal fuse, switch, or other part for your specific Kenmore range vent hood.
01 - Kenmore Range Vent Hood Thermal Fuse
To determine if the thermal fuse has blown, use a multimeter to test the fuse for continuity. If the thermal fuse does not have continuity, replace it.
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A defective fan switch may not allow voltage to reach the fan motor to run it. To determine if the switch is defective, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it.
A defective on-off switch may not allow voltage to reach a light or fan motor to turn the light or motor on. To determine if the switch is defective, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it.
To determine if the micro switch is defective, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the micro switch does not have continuity, replace it.
To determine if the switch kit is defective, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace the switch kit.
To determine if the rocker switch is defective, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the rocker switch does not have continuity, replace it.