What to check then the fan won't blow on your Electrolux downdraft ventilation system
A failed fan control switch, wiring failure, bad blower fan motor or broken blower wheel can prevent the downdraft fan from blowing.
Unplug the downdraft vent and check the motor wire harness connections. Reconnect any loose wires and repair any damaged wires.
If the wires are okay, turn on the fan control switch and check for continuity through the fan control switch using a multimeter (with the downdraft vent still unplugged). Replace the fan control switch if you don't measure continuity through the control switch.
Replace the blower fan motor if the motor doesn't run when activated.
If the motor runs but the fan doesn't move air, check the blower wheel and replace if damaged.
Electrolux downdraft ventilation system common repair parts
- Vent fan control switch. Located on the upper right side of the vent, the fan control switch activates the blower fan motor and controls the blower speed.
- Blower motor. The blower motor spins the fan blade that removes smoke and steam from the cooktop area.
- Up/down switch button pad. The up/down switch button pad located on top of the air vent engages the activating switch when pushed to raise the air vent.
- Gear motor. The gear motor raises and lowers the air vent when you push the activating switch.