Frigidaire Professional Noisy Operation / Fan Noise

Oven makes loud banging, rattling, or grinding noises during operation, especially in convection mode.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Worn convection fan motor bearings, Loose fan blade, Foreign object in fan housing, Cooling fan failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power at the breaker before accessing fans. Blades can be sharp.

  • Identify noise source:
    • Note whether noise occurs only in convection mode (convection fan) or whenever oven heats (cooling fan).
  • Inspect convection fan:
    • Remove the convection fan cover inside the oven.
    • Check for loose screws, bent blades, or debris.
    • If the motor shaft has play or feels rough, replace the Convection Fan Motor.
  • Check cooling fan:
    • Access the top or rear of the oven to locate the Cooling Fan Motor.
    • Inspect for rubbing blades or loose mounting; tighten or replace as needed.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Convection Fan Motor
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