How to Fix Samsung Convection Oven Fan (EASY SOLUTIONS)

The fan that you see at the very back of your Samsung oven is what cools down the appliance after you’ve baked a fresh batch of cookies. 

This part helps regulate the temperature inside the oven so it would not burn whatever food you’re making. But if the fan stops spinning, you might just end up with bitter, extra dark, and crispy chocolate chip cookies. 

Fortunately, this article is here to guide you through fixing a defective oven fan with easy-to-follow instructions!

Why isn’t my Samsung oven fan turning on?

The fan in your Samsung oven isn’t turning on due to dirt and debris stuck in the fan propellers and the oven filter. 

More complicated issues your oven could be facing are defective parts like the heating element or the motor that could prevent your fan from turning on. 

Understand that the oven itself is not broken but only has parts that need to be given attention. Once you identify what is causing the fan to fail, then you can determine the best course of action to take. 

How do you test a Samsung convection oven fan?

To test the Samsung convection fan for defects, try cranking the fan blades by hand to see whether the motor is faulty. If the fan does not turn freely, the motor bearing has failed.

Use a multimeter to test the fan motor for continuity, which is a continuous electrical channel existing in the motor.

A faulty convection fan motor could result in the oven being unable to maintain an accurate temperature. 

Therefore, it is important to test the fan motor before determining whether the appliance needs to be cleaned or if the motor needs to be replaced entirely.

When testing with a multimeter, you first need to locate the oven’s fan motor.

The convection fan motor is positioned behind the back panel of the oven; to access it, you need to lift the range or oven away from the wall and remove one or more rear access panels with a screwdriver.

• Step 1: Once you have accessed the parts through the rear access panel, disconnect the fan motor wires to isolate the motor windings or fully uninstall the component for testing.
• Step 2: Rotate the multimeter’s main selection dial to the lowest setting for ohms of resistance.
• Step 3: Connect the black reader lead of your multimeter to one of the convection fan motors terminals and the red lead to the other terminal. 

The oven fan should be operational if the multimeter’s display shows resistance ranging from 15 to 120 ohms. But, if the meter display does not change, the fan motor has lost continuity and must be replaced with a new one.

Samsung Convection Oven Fan Not Working (Causes and Fixes)

There are two ways to determine the issues with your Samsung oven’s fan and troubleshoot them altogether. 

You can either clean the fan and the oven filter or replace the defective parts, namely the heating component or the motor. 

The table below shows the different problems faced when the oven fan isn’t working and how you can fix these yourself!

Causes	Fixes
Debris Stuck between Fan Propellers	• Clean the oven fan by examining the fan region for any blockages. • Use a wooden stick to remove anything that might prevent the fan from spinning.
Dirty Oven Filter	• Remove the filter from the rear end side of the oven.  • Soak the filter in boiling hot water with dish soap. • After soaking, use hot water, dish soap, and a dish brush to scrub the filter clean. • Dry the filter completely before returning it to the oven.
Defective Heating Component	• Check for current flow using a multimeter • Plug in your oven and gently warm up the heating component.  • Unplug the oven and remove the mounting screws when the element is warm but not hot to the touch.  • Pull the heating component until the wires are visible.  • Unplug the wire harness and attach it to the replacement heating element’s harness.  • Attach the replacement element using the mounting screws and repeat your tests.
Defective Motor or Fan	• Access the old motor by removing the rear panel. • Carefully remove the wires connecting the motor in place.  • Place the new motor in the component and reconnect the wires.

Debris Stuck between Fan Propellers

A simple issue that could cause your oven fan to stop turning is chunks of food and dirt between each propeller. Fortunately, all you have to do is clean this debris out. 

Safety Tip:  • Be sure that the oven is switched off before doing any cleaning.  • Do not stick your fingers between the propellers of the fan at the risk of them getting sliced.

Solution: Clean the oven fan. 

• Step 1: Examine the fan region for anything that might be impeding the blade’s rotation. A little piece of burned food may have fallen into the fan and clogged the blade.
• Step 2: Clean out the fan housing. Use a wooden stick to remove anything that might prevent the fan from spinning or that should not be behind the filter screen.
• Step 3: See if this solution worked by turning the oven fan on. 

Dirty Oven Filter

A dirty oven filter causes blockages in the oven which blocks air circulation. 

If air cannot pass through, your convection oven’s internal system will overheat and could hinder signals for the fan to run. The fan cannot and will not circulate air if the oven filter is filled with dirt and debris.

Solution: Empty out the filter to clean it.

• Step 1: Release any locking tabs and slide the filter from the tracks to remove it
• Step 2: Soak the filter in boiling hot water with dish soap.
• Step 3: After soaking, use hot water, dish soap, and a dish brush to scrub the filter clean.
• Step 4: Dry the filter completely before returning it to the oven. 

Defective Heating Component

Your convection system’s heating element may have failed, resulting in undercooked dishes even though the fan is operating. 

When the oven is turned on, you can easily determine whether your heating element is broken by placing your hand across the convective wind just around the center of the oven. 

If the wind is chilly, your heating element has failed. If it’s warm, the issue is something else.

Solution: If you’ve felt the heatless air, use a multimeter to test your heating element a second time. 

• Step 1: Access the wire harness by opening the panel and shutting off the heating element. Attach your multimeter to the harness wires to check for current flow.

If your heating element does not ignite and/or responds negatively to the multimeter, it may need to be replaced. Thankfully, changing a heating element is simple.

• Step 2: Plug in your oven and gently warm up the element. If you try to transfer heating components when they are fully cold, they may shatter. 
• Step 3: Unplug the oven and remove the mounting screws when the element is warm but not hot to the touch. 
• Step 4: Pull the old heating component until the wires are visible. 
• Step 5: Unplug the wire harness and attach it to the replacement heating element’s harness. 
• Step 6: Attach the replacement element using the mounting screws and repeat your tests.

Defective Motor or Fan

If your oven’s fan isn’t working, the problem could be with the fan itself or the motor that operates it. 

To inspect the fan, refer to the instructions above to test for continuity in your oven’s motor or fan. 

If you find that the motor or fan has no continuity, then it is better to replace the parts to get the oven up and running again. 

Solution: If the fan isn’t filthy or blocked, the motor is most likely the source of the problem. It may be examined for continuity using a multimeter and replaced if necessary.

• Step 1: Have the replacement motor ready. Be sure to consult your manual to know the exact replacement to purchase.
• Step 2: Access the old motor by removing the rear panel or the panel on the exterior behind the fan. 
• Step 3: Carefully remove the wires connecting the motor in place. 
• Step 4: Place the new motor in the component and reconnect the wires. 
• Step 5: Return the back panels of the oven and screw them securely in place. 
• Step 6: Test the oven by turning it on. 

You can also replace the fan itself by buying a replacement part depending on your convection oven’s brand and model. 

• Step 1: Remove the oven cooker door to reach the fan better. 
• Step 2: Remove the old oven fan using a screwdriver. Take a photo for reference on how to reconnect the wires back on later 
• Step 3: Replace the oven fan with a new one. 
• Step 4: Fit everything back together and plug in the wires that connect the fan to the oven unit.
• Step 5: Re-screw the fan back in place. 

How much does it cost to replace a fan in a convection oven?

On average, a replacement motor for a defective Samsung oven fan costs $29 to $36. 

If you are doing the repairs yourself, it will be significantly cheaper to replace the fan compared to buying a new oven. 

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And Viola! Your Samsung oven’s cooling fan is up and running again!

No more worrying about overbaked goods or an overheated appliance — as long as you remember to regularly clean your Samsung oven and often check its parts to avoid any more inconveniences in the future.

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