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Downdraft Fan Not Turning On - Electric Range

Possible Solutions 

Is the control set correctly? 

Turn vent fan knob or rocker switch to LOW, MED(medium) or HIGH, or press the Downdraft Fan pad.  Turn vent fan knob or rocker switch to OFF or press the Downdraft Fan Off pad when finished cooking or when the cooktop is not in use.

Please see your Owner's Manual for specific information on your model.  

If you would like to download or view product literature for your appliance, please visit our Manuals and Literature page.

Has a household fuse blown or has a circuit breaker tripped? 

Reset power to the product: 

  • Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for one (1) minute.
  • Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s) or replacing the fuse(s).
  • Verify product operation.

Note: Do not continue to attempt to operate the product if the circuit breaker or fuse opens again. Disconnect power cord, turn off circuit breaker(s), or remove the fuse(s) that control the appliance.

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