Thermador
Downdraft Ventilation System

Model #VTN1000F/01 Official Thermador vent system

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Thermador VTN1000F-01 vent system, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Bracket#NI

Range hood Diagram

Bracket

Part #704580
Replaced by #00704580
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This item is not returnable
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$2.16
Air Channel#101

Range hood Diagram

Blower

Part #686068
Replaced by #00686068
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$993.65
Installation#NI

Range hood Diagram

Installation set

Part #654377
Replaced by #00654377
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$709.06

Symptoms common to all downdraft ventilation systems

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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: lack of electrical power, up/down activation switch failure, bad vent gear motor
Main causes: clogged grease filters, air duct problems, fan motor failure, broken blower wheel
Main causes: electrical power failure, up/down activation switch problems, vent gear motor failure

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.

November 1, 2015
By Lyle Weischwill
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.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
November 1, 2015
By Lyle Weischwill
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 doesn't run when activated.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
November 1, 2015
By Lyle Weischwill
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.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

Articles and videos common to all downdraft ventilation systems

Use the advice and tips in these articles to get the most out of your downdraft vent.

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By Lyle Weischwill

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February 23, 2015

Troubleshooting tips for a rectractable downdraft vent

By Lyle Weischwill

See what to check if you are having a problem with a retractable downdraft vent.