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Jenn Air Range vent hood doesn't vent to the outside

When your Jenn Air range vent hood doesn't vent to the outside, the blower motor is the most likely cause. Turn on the hood and check whether the fan blade spins. If the motor has power but will not turn, replace the blower motor. If the motor is not receiving power, test the switch for continuity before replacing other parts. Next, inspect the blower wheel and housing. Grease or another obstruction can stop the wheel, or the wheel may rub against the housing. Turn it by hand. If it does not spin freely after you clear the obstruction, replace the blower wheel and housing assembly. A loose fan blade can also keep the Jenn Air range hood from moving air, so tighten the blade on the motor shaft or replace it if it will not stay secure. Finally, check the grease filter. A clogged filter restricts airflow and can make the range hood seem like it is not venting correctly. Clean the filter with degreaser and warm, soapy water, or replace it if damaged. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement part for your Jenn Air range vent hood.

01 - Jenn Air Range Vent Hood Blower Motor

To determine if the blower motor is defective, turn on the vent hood and check to see if the fan blade is spinning. If the fan blade does not spin, ensure that power is getting to the motor. If power is not getting to the motor, test the switch for continuity. If the motor is receiving power, but the motor won’t turn, replace the blower motor.
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02 - Jenn Air Range Vent Hood Blower Wheel and Housing

One possibility is that something is caught in the blower wheel. It is also possible that the blower wheel is rubbing against the blower housing. To determine if the blower wheel is at fault, try spinning the blower fan by hand. If the blower wheel does not spin freely, check for the blower wheel for obstructions. In addition, ensure that the blower wheel is not rubbing against the blower housing. If the blower wheel is clear of obstructions, but it still doesn’t spin freely, replace the blower wheel and housing.
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03 - Jenn Air Range Vent Hood Blower Wheel

One possibility is that something is caught in the blower wheel. It is also possible that the blower wheel is rubbing against the blower housing. To determine if the blower wheel is at fault, try spinning the blower fan by hand. If the blower wheel does not spin freely, check for the blower wheel for obstructions. In addition, ensure that the blower wheel is not rubbing against the blower housing. If the blower wheel is clear of obstructions, but it still doesn’t spin freely, replace the blower wheel.
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04 - Jenn Air Range Vent Hood Fan Blade

Check to see if the fan blade is still tightly fastened to the motor shaft. If the blade is loose, try to tighten it. If the blade cannot be properly tightened, replace it.
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05 - Filter is Clogged

If the range hood is not venting correctly, the grease filter(s) may be clogged. If a filter is very dirty it can be cleaned. Remove it and soak it in a degreasing solution until the grease is dissolved. Next, wash it with warm, soapy water to remove any traces of the degreaser. If the filter does not come clean or is damaged, replace it.
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06 - Jenn Air Range Vent Hood Grease Filter

If the range hood is not venting correctly check out the grease filter(s). If the filter is very dirty it can be cleaned. Remove it and soak it in a degreasing solution until the grease is dissolved. Next, wash it with warm, soapy water to remove any traces of the degreaser. If the filter does not come clean or is damaged, replace it.
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