Downdraft vent repair guides
These repair guides and videos for downdraft ventilation systems can help you replace common parts such as the gear motor or the vent fan control switch. If you need help figuring out the problem with your Kenmore or Broan downdraft vent, check out the symptom and troubleshooting advice on our repair help page. Search your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts, then order the part you need.
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all downdraft ventilation systems
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your downdraft vent.
How to replace a downdraft vent up/down switch
The up/down switch starts the gear motor to raise and lower the air vent. Replace the up/down switch if defective.…
How to replace a downdraft vent blower motor
The blower motor spins the fan blade that removes smoke and steam from the cooktop area. Replace the blower motor if it …
How to replace a downdraft vent gear motor
The gear motor raises and lowers the air vent when you push the activating switch. Replace the gear motor if defective.…
How to replace a downdraft vent up/down button pad
The up/down button pad located on top of the air vent engages the activating switch when pushed to raise the air vent. R…
How to replace a downdraft vent fan control switch
The fan control switch activates the blower motor and controls the fan speed. Replace the fan control switch if it's not…
Most common symptoms to help you fix your downdraft ventilation systems
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Main causes: lack of electrical power, up/down activation switch failure, bad vent gear motor…
Main causes: electrical power failure, up/down activation switch problems, vent gear motor failure…
Main causes: problems with the vent limit switches, up/down activation switch failure…
Main causes: fan control switch failure, bad blower fan motor, broken blower wheel, wiring failure…
Main causes: clogged grease filters, air duct problems, fan motor failure, broken blower wheel…
Effective articles & videos to help repair your downdraft ventilation systems
Use the advice and tips in these articles to get the most out of your downdraft vent.
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