Check and clean your RV’s furnace fan blades at least once a year, preferably before the heating season begins.
However, if your RV is used frequently or if it is operated in dusty or debris-prone environments, checking the fan blades every six months may be advisable.
Regular maintenance helps prevent buildup that can affect the furnace’s efficiency and performance. Ensuring the fan blades are clean will enhance airflow and prolong the lifespan of the furnace. Always refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines for specific recommendations related to your RV’s furnace system.
Just like cleaning a ceiling fan in your house, these RV furnaces require regular cleaning as well. Make sure to watch for more upcoming articles on how to maintain your RV furnace.
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another article with “tips” in the headline. The only real tip I gathered is: Clean it . But if you don’t know how to clean it send it in for maintenance. Yea and 3 months later, maybe you get it back… No tipping here
It’s an advanced DIY project, best done in combination with changing the igniter electrodes, etc. The furnace does not need to be removed, but there are some very long reaches to the screws.
First, it is a blower not a fan. It should be cleaned because dust build up reduces air flow and can imbalance the blower which can cause the motor bearings to wear.
Second, it must be removed to be cleaned: a dishwasher works great but may not be available.
Third, removal requires tricky disassembly including a long 1/8 allen wrench to reach in through a small gap in the blower and loosen the set screw.
Fourth, once the set screw is loosened it still may be difficult to remove the blower.
The motor shaft may need to be driven out with a punch. I’ve done this in a Walmart parking lot.
Looking through my notes, the key item is a 1/4-inch socket on a 10-in extension to reach the screws way back in the furnace.
The first time is challenging. Take lots of pictures to help with reassembly.
Hope this helps you assess the level of effort and path forward.
Thank you for reminding readers of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance, Dustin! Have a great day and safe travels!