1. The Hood Won’t Turn On (No Power)

• What you can do:
  • Check the Power Supply: Look at your fuse box and see if the switch for the cooker hood has tripped. If it has, reset it and try the hood again.
  • Check the Isolator Switch: Cooker hoods often have a separate fused switch on the wall nearby (it usually has a red switch). Make sure this is switched on.
• When to call Fast Repair: If the circuit breaker continues to trip or the isolator switch is on but the hood still has no power, there is likely an electrical fault with the wiring or the main control switch. For your safety, do not attempt to fix this yourself. Get a quote from Fast Repair.

2. The Fan is Running, but it’s Not Clearing Smoke or Steam

• What you can do:
  • Clean or Replace the Grease Filters: This is the most common cause of poor performance. Metal mesh filters can be unclipped and soaked in hot, soapy water to remove grease buildup. Fabric or charcoal filters are usually disposable and will need to be replaced. Check your user manual for the correct type.
  • Check the Extraction Mode: Some hoods can be set to either “recirculation” (filtering air and blowing it back into the kitchen) or “extraction” (venting air outside). If your hood is ducted to the outside, ensure it’s set to “extraction” mode.
• When to call Fast Repair: If you have cleaned the filters and the extraction is still poor, there may be a blockage in the external ducting or a problem with the fan motor itself. Get a quote from Fast Repair.

3. The Cooker Hood is Excessively Noisy or Rattling

• What you can do:
  • Check the Filters: A loose or improperly fitted grease filter can vibrate when the fan is running. Make sure it is securely clipped into place.
  • Look for Debris: Turn the hood off and check if any small debris has fallen into the fan housing, causing an obstruction.
• When to call Fast Repair: A loud grinding or humming noise that isn’t a simple rattle often points to a failing fan motor or worn-out bearings. This requires a professional to safely replace the internal components. Get a quote from Fast Repair.

4. The Lights are Not Working

• What you can do:
  • Replace the Bulbs: Just like any other light, the bulbs in a cooker hood can burn out. Ensure the hood is switched off at the mains, then carefully remove the light cover to access and replace the bulbs. Make sure you use the correct type and wattage as specified in your user manual.
• When to call Fast Repair: If you have replaced the bulbs and they still don’t work, there could be a fault with the light holder, the switch, or the internal wiring. This is an electrical issue that requires a qualified technician. Get a quote from Fast Repair.

5. The Buttons or Controls are Unresponsive

• What you can do:
  • Clean the Control Panel: Grease and grime can build up on the control panel, causing buttons to stick or not make proper contact. Wipe the panel with a damp cloth and a mild degreaser.
  • Reset the Power: Turn the cooker hood off at the mains (using the isolator switch or fuse box) for a minute, then turn it back on. This can sometimes reset the electronics.
• When to call Fast Repair: If the controls are still not working after cleaning and a power reset, the switch unit or the electronic control board has likely failed. This is a complex repair that should be handled by an expert. Get a quote from Fast Repair.