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u2190 Kitchen2 Vol.5: Gas Equipment Removal Pt.2 u00b7 Series Index u00b7 Kitchen2 Vol.7: Ventilation Fan Cleaning Pt.1 u2192
u270fufe0f Originally published: 2016-12-24 / ud83dudd04 Updated: May 8, 2026
- u270fufe0f 2026 Update from DIY Dad: Ventilation Fan Cleaning and Gas Equipment Removal
- Gas Equipment Removal: Always Call a Professional
- Key Points for Disassembling the Ventilation Fan
- How to Clean Stubborn Grease from a Ventilation Fan
- Final Check and Functional Test
- As a Landlord: Ventilation Fan Condition Is the First Thing Tenants Check
- ud83cudf73 For Anyone Considering a Kitchen Renovation
- The Actual Disassembly Work
u270fufe0f 2026 Update from DIY Dad: Ventilation Fan Cleaning and Gas Equipment Removal
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New handles cost u00a53,000u20138,000 and make a kitchen feel 10 years newer instantly.
The middle phase of the kitchen renovation. Gas equipment removal and ventilation fan disassembly and cleaning run back to back. DIY Dad leaves the gas work to the professionals and tackles the fan himself u2014 thoroughly. ^ ^
Gas Equipment Removal: Always Call a Professional
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Kitchen Faucets
A faucet upgrade is the single highest-impact kitchen DIY per yen spent.
Removing or relocating a gas range or gas piping requires a licensed gas fitter. DIY Dad called in contractors on two separate visits for this stage.
What to leave to professionals: all piping from the main gas shutoff forward, and disconnecting the gas range. Typical cost: u00a510,000u2013u00a530,000. m(_ _)m
Key Points for Disassembling the Ventilation Fan
Disassembly procedure for a propeller-type kitchen ventilation fan:
- Step 1: Turn the circuit breaker OFF (non-negotiable!)
- Step 2: Remove the nut holding the propeller (may be reverse-threaded)
- Step 3: Pull the propeller out
- Step 4: Remove the cover and filter
- Step 5: Unscrew and remove the casing (4u20136 screws)
Important note: the propeller nut may be reverse-threaded u2014 meaning it loosens clockwise. DIY Dad spent 30 minutes on this very issue. (lol) u0669( u141b )u0648
How to Clean Stubborn Grease from a Ventilation Fan
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For years of built-up cooking grease, baking soda + hot water is the most effective solution.
DIY Dad’s cleaning recipe:
- Step 1: Fill a large bucket with water above 80u00b0C
- Step 2: Dissolve 3u20135 tablespoons of baking soda
- Step 3: Soak fan parts for 30u201360 minutes
- Step 4: Scrub with an old toothbrush and sponge
- Step 5: Rinse thoroughly under running water
- Step 6: Allow to dry completely before reassembling
Commercial sprays also work, but baking soda wins on value u2014 about u00a5400 per kilogram. ^ ^
Final Check and Functional Test
After cleaning, the parts must be completely dry before reassembly. Moisture present when the breaker goes back on risks a short circuit.
After reassembly, test all modes u2014 high, low, and off. Unusual noise suggests the propeller isn’t fully seated. Check the propeller nut. m(_ _)m
As a Landlord: Ventilation Fan Condition Is the First Thing Tenants Check
Female prospective tenants almost always check “kitchen cleanliness” and “ventilation fan condition” during a showing. A grease-caked fan dramatically lowers the overall impression of a property.
Conversely, a clean fan signals “this place is properly maintained.” DIY Dad cleans the fan after every tenant turnover. ^ ^
ud83cudf73 For Anyone Considering a Kitchen Renovation
The kitchen is the most challenging area in any renovation u2014 gas, electrical, and plumbing all converge here. DIY Dad’s rule: gas equipment is always handled by a professional. (lol)
Visiting a showroom to see products in person prevents unwanted surprises. Most are free to visit. ^ ^
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The Actual Disassembly Work
Hi there u2014 DIY Dad here. ^ ^ Continuing with the 1F kitchen renovation. Following the gas range removal, we now disassemble the ventilation fan. Tools used: impact driver, screwdriver.
The plan is to clean this fan and reuse it, so the disassembly needs to be careful u2014 no breaking anything. That said… this thing is absolutely filthy. DIY Dad nearly loses the will to continue. (o_o) How on earth is this going to come clean? (u30fbu30fb?) Will consult Google Sensei after this.
For now: disassemble. Remove the wing nuts coated in greasy sludge. Remove the decorative panel. Pull off the equally-sludgy fan blades u2014 the center screw loosens them, but the solidified grease means they resist coming out. ^^; Unplug the power cord. The main fan frame is screwed to the back wall. Remove the frame. Disassembly complete.
u2191 Fan from the front.
u2191 Fan from below.
u2191 Fan u2014 corner view 1.
u2191 Fan u2014 corner view 2.
There’s no room to store the disassembled parts inside, so they get set outside for now.
u2191 The fan parts parked outside.
DIY Dad is wavering: clean and reuse, or just buy a new one? Both options sound like a hassle at this point. u03c3^_^; Decision: put in the effort and clean it. (^o^)/
That’s it for today! (^^)/~~~
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