How to replace the fan motor blower on an oven, Hotpoint, Indesit
How to replace the fan motor blower on an oven, Hotpoint, Indesit- Safety First:Remove the Plug from the Mains Socket
- Tools Required: A Phillips Screwdriver
- From the top of the appliance remove the top retaining screws
- Screw removed
- Remove further top retaining screws
- Remove further top retaining screws
- Remove further top retaining screws
- From the rear lift the top up
- Draw the top towards you and remove it
- Top removed
- Locate the fan motor blower
- Make a note of the wires (a photograph is useful) and remove them
- Wires removed
- Grip the fan motor and twist upwards
- In this position the fan motor can be removed
- Pull the fan motor spindle out of the blower this will be slightly tight
- Fan motor removed
- Take the new fan motor from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance
- Locate the new fan motor spindle into the blower
- Push the new fan motor spindle into the blower
- Locate the new fan motor into the blower casing
- Twist the new fan motor downwards to lock into place
- Refit the wires in the right place
- Check the blower does not foul up on the plastic casing
- Check both sides and slide to adjust if necessary
- Spin the blower to make sure it spins freely
- New fan motor in place
- Replace the top and push it forward into position
- Lower the top down into position
- Replace the top retaining screws
- Tighten the top retaining screws
- Replace and tighten further top retaining screws
- Replace and tighten further top retaining screws
- Replace and tighten further top retaining screws
- The appliance is now ready for use
Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.
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