Troubleshooting Guide - GE BFL80UQ User Manual

3. Changing the Lamp: Disconnect power to the unit.
Remove grill by pulling downward on grill and
squeezing grill springs together to release from
housing (Figure 12).
Fluorescent Bulb: Remove lamp by gently rocking
lamp back and forth while applying outward
pressure to release the lamp from the base.
Replace with Air King model 26WFL or a
compatible CFM26W/GX24q/35 lamp.
Sylvania model: CF26DD/E/835
GE model: F26DBXT4SPX35/4P
Phillips model: PL-C 26W/835/4P/ALTO
Night Light: Unscrew night light bulb from socket
and replace with a 4 watt maximum type C7
(candelabra base) night light bulb.
Refer to instructions in Section 6 Finishing the Installation ,
to reinstall grill.
Trouble
1. Fan does not operate when the switch is on.
2. Fan is operating, but air moves slower than normal.
3. Fan is operating louder than normal.
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Troubleshooting Guide

Probable Cause
1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped.
1b. Connector plug from motor is not plugged in.
1c. Wiring is not connected properly.
1d. Motor has stopped operating.
2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting.
3a. Motor is loose.
3b. Fan blade is hitting housing of unit.
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Suggested Remedy
1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b. Turn off power to unit. Remove Grill and plug motor into
receptacle in housing. Restore power to unit.
1c. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
1d. Replace motor.
2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting. The most common
are bird nestsin the roof cap or wall cap where the fan
exhausts to the outside.
3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws
are fully tightened. Restore power to unit.
3b. Call your dealer for service.
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