How does one clean the extractor fan itself - Smeg KSED65X-1 Kitchen Hood

Hi Laura,

There are many auto timer enabled extractor fan's available in the market but it could cost you more, therefore I would recommend an alternate solution for you.

All you need to do is replace your fan's switch with an auto timer.
For e.g. An auto timer which will switch off your fan after the desired time automatically.

Examples of an auto timers can be found on these links :- http://bit.ly/kUNC4x

http://bit.ly/kJPprC

So when the timer goes off , the fan stops by itself , and you don't have to worry about it any more.

Or you can get a new extractor fan with timer as well , check out an example in this link :- http://amzn.to/jybLfl

If you want to know how to install a bathroom timer switch , please follow this link :- http://bit.ly/lN7p67

Hope this helps ..:) Your feed back would be appreciated , let me know in case you have any queries.

if u have a meter u can check the switch and the motor,By putting it on the continuity mode and check to see if u have a bad motor or switch

On some Bathroom extractor fans there is a setting for the amount of time you want the fan to stay on after you turn off the switch, the setting dial is normally at the back of the fan so you need to take the fan down from the ceiling making sure the fan is electrically isolated.

Then it is not connected to the light switch as you think. This could be a dangerous situation, and you should have an experienced electrician look at it.

Yes, very possible!. The bathroom fan is connected together, and the upstairs one is down-drafting to you. Have the exhaust checked for blockage, or buy a fan that has a built-in damper that closes the exit when not in use.

hi! most of the time this will be sticky switch normally located on the inside edge of the extactor unit behind the filter mesh!.hope his helps

the motor is going bad. soon wont work. only 2 things to do either 1 replace motor. 2 replace hood. motora are usually cheap. $10-50 ...

sounds like
the extractor is mounted in a cold space, and the moist air is condensing on the cold fan as it exits,
the fan housing may need better insulation, and the flap valve in the exhaust pipe needs to be checked to ensure it is closing, and keeping cold air out
it is possible that condensate in the fan has fried the motor

something to check

Hi
We have sealed leaking extractor fans with clear sealant,advised after calling the manufactures (it was out of guarrante)

yes, if the three switches are all made together, then there is only one feed. sounds like a bad switch, or possibly bad exhaust fan. check voltage at fan with switch on, if not qualified, be careful, or call an electrician