There are probably some answers you want answered concerning your GE range hood. For instance, how do I clean the filter? Or why is my GE range hood light not working? In this article, we will answer these questions and more.
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How To Clean A GE Range Hood Filter
Cleaning a GE range hood filer is not as difficult as you think it is. Look at this article to learn how to clean a range hood filter step by step.
How To Remove A GE Range Hood
To remove a GE range hood, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: First of all, unplug the appliance.
Step 2: Take out the filters and cover plate of the range hood.
Step 3: Remove the screws which secure the range hood. They will be underneath the hood.
Step 4: Carefully remove the range hood.
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GE Range Hood Serial Number Location
The serial number of your GE range hood is located underneath it. You might need to remove the filter to actually see it. There will be either numbers and letters or a QR code which you scan with your smartphone.
GE Range Hood Light Not Working — How To Fix
There may be more than one reason why your GE range hood light won’t work. We will cover the most common problems and how to fix them.
Loose Bulb
A loose bulb may be the reason the light of your range hood is not working. To tighten the light bulb of your range hood, follow these steps…
Step 1: Disconnect the power to the hood.
Step 2: Look underneath the hood, the light bulb will be there.
Step 3: If the bulb feels loose, screw it back in tightly.
Step 4: Reconnect the power to the hood.
The Light Bulb
This is the second most likely reason your range hood won’t work. To replace the light bulb in a GE range hood, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: First, turn off the circuit breaker.
Step 2: Underneath the range hood, you will see the bulb. Push it in a bit as you turn it.
Step 3: Remove the bulb.
Step 4: Get a new bulb and position it in the hole underneath the range hood.
Step 5: Screw the bulb back in.
Step 6: Switch the circuit breaker on.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace the light bulb in your GE range hood.
The Light Bulb Socket
To replace the light bulb socket in your range hood, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: Turn off the circuit breaker.
Step 2: Remove the filters underneath the hood.
Step 3: Take out the screws which hold the bottom panel of the hood in place.
Step 4: Remove the bottom panel.
Step 5: Unscrew the light bulb from the socket.
Step 6: Remove the light bulb socket.
Step 7: Test the socket for continuity using a multimeter. If there is no continuity, get a new socket.
Step 8: Install the light socket.
Step 9: Screw the light bulb back to it.
Step 10: Reposition the bottom panel and hold it in place using the screws.
Step 11: Return the filters.
Step 12: Turn the circuit breaker back on.
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