Question How do you remove fan screen for cleaning?

[Rich-MLsRV]

I'd like to clean the screen but can' figure out how to remove the screen. There's a lock dial which I have unlocked. I don't want to force removal as I am concerned with breaking.

 

[RandyB]

In your photo, at the very top of the image, on the ring around the screen is a finger pull. Use it to pull down to remove. It snaps in place. I would suggest turning it to a better access point when snapping it back into place. Experienced with baloney fingers!

 

[NWIP]

Lock switch is for the vent. Scree just pulls down, there are 4-6 small tabs that cheeps it stay in place. I know the feeling of not wanting to break as they can be difficult. We had one in the 1/2 bath that I was sure would break so we waited till we were in Nappanee and let them remove, it didn’t break.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

Further info…

The retention springs are VERY stiff and it WILL feel like you’re gonna break it. It does tend to torque that plastic frame more than my comfort, so I work my way around the perimeter to make sure it comes off evenly.

I’d even smear some dry silicone on those tabs to make them slide easier next time.