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Nutone Range vent hood doesn't vent to the outside
When your NuTone range vent hood doesn't vent to the outside, start by checking whether the blower motor and fan blade are running when the hood is switched on. If the fan blade does not spin, verify that the motor is receiving power and test the switch for continuity. A motor that has power but will not turn is likely defective and should be replaced. Next, inspect the blower wheel and housing for grease, debris, or an incorrectly positioned wheel rubbing against the housing. The blower wheel should spin freely by hand. If it does not, clear the obstruction or replace the blower wheel and housing or the wheel alone. A loose fan blade can also prevent proper airflow, so tighten it or replace it if it will not stay secured to the motor shaft. Finally, check the grease filter, since a clogged or damaged filter can restrict venting. Clean it with degreaser and warm, soapy water, or replace it when necessary. Enter your NuTone range vent hood model number to find the exact blower motor, wheel, fan blade, or grease filter replacement part for your machine.
01 - Nutone 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 - Nutone 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 - Nutone 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 - Nutone 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 - Nutone 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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