A noisy extractor fan is certainly not something to ignore in your commercial kitchen. If this issue is not attended to, it could possibly lead to your commercial kitchen shutting down.
What could be the cause of a noisy extractor fan?
An extractor system is one of the most important instruments in any commercial kitchen. As required by law the extractor system needs to be installed in every commercial kitchen and be cleaned and maintained at regular intervals.
Reasons, why there might be a noise in the extractor fan, might be due to the following:
- Lack of comprehensive cleaning and maintenance;
- The build-up of grease and dirt on the fan blades;
- Mechanical problems with the extractor fan motor;
- Melted wires
Lack of comprehensive cleaning and maintenance:
Extractor systems need to be cleaned at regular intervals. Depending on the usage of this system, all extractors should be cleaned at intervals of 3, 6, or 12 months.
The build-up of grease and dirt on the blades:
The build-up of grease and dirt on the blades is inevitable in commercial kitchens. This can result in unbalanced extractor fan blades. Because of the build-up of grease and dirt, the extractor fan blades can rotate unevenly resulting in a noisy extractor fan.
Mechanical problems with extractor fan motor:
Mechanical problems with your commercial kitchen extractor fan motor can be due to a defective motor. A noisy extractor fan motor can also be due to the motor shaft bearings being worn out and unable to rotate, which can result in a burned-out motor.
Melted wires:
The location of your extractor fan should be planned carefully. Incorrect placement of your exhaust fan can result in melted wires and pose danger to the entire commercial kitchen. Therefore, it is important to ensure you have professionals in the industry do the installation of your extractor fan.
Cleaning and maintenance of extractor fans.
It is always essential that fans be cleaned and maintained. Keeping the motor fins, blades, and casing clear of grease and build-up (which prevents the fan from running) enables the bearing to stay cool and prevents seizure of the fan motor.
ECS Deep Clean Industries are specialists when it comes to commercial kitchen cleaning, servicing, and repairing of extractor fans and upon completion of the service, ECS will supply you with a certificate that complies with all legal requirements regarding the cleaning of commercial kitchens.
Prevention is better than cure. Taking preventative measures will not only ensure your commercial kitchen is a safe working environment but will save you money on repairs and the discomfort of noisy fans taking over the kitchen.
Phone ECS Deep Clean Industries today for your extractor fan installations, services, and commercial kitchen cleaning requirements.