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TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is a problem with your rangehood, please check the following points before
contacting your local Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or the
Customer Care Centre.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
The external blower
shuts off during use.
The external blower is
equipped with a thermal
protector to avoid
overheating conditions.
Turn off the rangehood. Wait
approximately 60 minutes
and then attempt to restart
the hood.
Airflow is lower
than expected.
The ducting or the external
blower is blocked.
Check the external blower
is clear of debris. Check
the ducting for kinks or
other blackages.
Rangehood is loud.
Incorrect installation.
External blower should
be installed as per the
installation guide.
Excessive
condensation forms
on the rangehood.
Using an induction cooktop.
Condensation can be
minimised, refer to ‘Using
your rangehood’.
High ambient temperature,
humidity or low natural
ventiliation in the room.
Height of rangehood
installation.
