KitchenAid
Downdraft Ventilation System

Model #KPEC992MSS Official KitchenAid vent system

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for KitchenAid KPEC992MSS vent system, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Owner’s manual

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    Capacitor#13

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Capacitor

    Part #8190611

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Connector#7

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Connector

    Part #4360162

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Air Duct#17

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Air duct

    Part #8189539

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Spring#16

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Spring

    Part #8189537

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Damper Hood#11

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Damper hood

    Part #8190609

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Screw#15

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Screw

    Part #4360048

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Fan Motor#2

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Fan motor

    Part #8190604

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Grill Vent#14

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Grill vent

    Part #8190612

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Housng-fan#3

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Housng-fan

    Part #8190605

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Wire Cover#12

    Exterior ventilation parts Diagram

    Wire cover

    Part #8190610

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    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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    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.