General Electric Oven fan not working: Common Causes & How to Fix

Shut off power to the range by locating the circuit breaker and shutting it off. This prevents electric shock.

Remove the control knobs by gently pulling straight up and off of the stems they attach to. Set aside.

Remove the control panel of the oven by locating mounting screws around the edges and carefully removing them.

Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the control board by squeezing release tabs and gently pulling wires free.

Remove mounting screws or other hardware securing the board in place. Lift out the old board.

Install the new control board and attach with original mounting screws or hardware.

Reconnect wire connectors to matching terminals, ensuring colors or locations match up properly.

Replace the control panel and mounting screws around the edges.

Reattach control knobs by pushing them back onto the stems.

Restore power and test ovent functions like bake, broil, temperature controls.

Disconnect power. Turn off power to the range at the main circuit breaker before working on any electrical components.

Remove fan housing cover. Unfasten screws or tabs to remove the oven's convection fan housing cover.

Disconnect wires. Unplug the electrical wires attached to the existing convection motor. Note wire positions.

Remove mounting screws. Use a nut driver or screwdriver to detach the screws or bolts securing the motor in place.

Extract old motor. Pull out the worn convection motor from the rear of the oven fan housing compartment.

Install new motor. Seat the replacement convection motor where the other was located and fasten securely using the mounting screws.

Reconnect wires. Plug the electrical wires back into the corresponding ports on the new motor as noted earlier.

Replace fan housing cover. Secure the convection fan housing cover with its retaining screws or tabs.

Energize system. Restore power at the main breaker and check that the new convection motor turns on as intended.

Test functionality. Operate the oven in convection mode to verify proper airflow from the replacement motor.

Shut off power supply. Turn off power to the range at the circuit breaker to prevent electric shock while working.

Remove rear panel. Unscrew screws or bolts to remove the range's rear access panel, allowing visibility of internal components.

Disconnect wires. Unplug the electrical wires connected to the existing cooling fan. Note wire positions for correct reinstallation.

Remove mounting hardware. Use a socket wrench or nut driver to unfasten the nuts or bolts securing the fan in the range.

Remove old fan. Detach the cooling fan from its mounts inside the range cabinet.

Install new fan. Position the replacement fan where the old one was located and fasten securely with the mounting hardware.

Reconnect wires. Plug the electrical wires back into the same ports on the new fan as noted during removal.

Replace rear panel. Secure the range's rear access panel with its mounting screws.

Restore power. Turn power back on at the circuit breaker and check that the new cooling fan is operational.

Test fan operation. Confirm the replacement cooling fan turns on automatically when the oven heating elements activate.

Shut off power to the range at the circuit breaker. Turning off power prevents electric shock during the repair.

Remove any knobs or control panels by gently lifting straight up. Set hardware aside in a safe place.

Locate the control board, usually mounted under or behind the front control area.

Disconnect all wire connectors attached to the board by squeezing locking tabs and pulling wires free.

Remove mounting screws or brackets securing the board in place. Lift out carefully.

Insert the new control board into position and secure with original fasteners.

Reconnect all wire harnesses by firmly pushing connectors onto matching terminals.

Replace control knobs and panels by pushing or screwing items back into position.

Restore power and test features such as bake, broil, timers to ensure proper functioning.

Control board replacement is complete. Return range to normal operation.

Disconnect power. Turn off power to the range at the circuit breaker before starting any work.

Remove control console/panel. Unfasten screws to remove the oven's control console or access panel for visibility.

Disconnect wires. Unplug the electrical connections to the existing blower motor. Note wire positions.

Remove mounting screws. Use a screwdriver or wrench to detach the screws or bolts holding the blower motor in place.

Extract old motor. Carefully extract the blower motor from its mounting location inside the oven compartment.

Install new motor. Position the replacement blower motor and fasten securely using the mounting hardware.

Reconnect wires. Plug the electrical connections back into the new motor following your notes on positions.

Replace access panel. Secure the control console or access panel back in its proper position.

Restore power. Turn power on at the circuit breaker and ensure the new blower motor functions correctly.

Test oven operation. Use the oven, making sure convection settings yield the expected airflow from the new blower motor.

Disconnect power. Turn off the breaker or unplug the appliance before servicing internal parts.

Remove rear fan panel. Take off any screws securing the cover to access the motor inside.

Disconnect fan blade. Release clips or tabs holding blade attached to motor shaft.

Detach housing clips. Small screws or tabs fasten the plastic motor housing inside unit.

Disconnect wiring. Gently unplug any cables providing power to the old fan motor.

Withdraw old motor. Once fully unfastened and unwired, lift motor assembly from rear of appliance.

Connect wires to new motor. Plug matching electrical leads securely onto fresh replacement motor.

Mount new motor housing. Set into place and refasten securely using original mounting clips/screws.

Attach replacement blade. Lock new blade onto shaft using retaining clips or plastic tabs.

Reconnect power. Plug appliance in to test ventilation with installed fan motor.