Applicable SKUs & Grill Compatibility
The instructions outlined in this article apply to the following SKUs on Traeger's Woodridge Series grills:
- KIT0925
Traeger's Woodridge Series grills include the following models:
- Woodridge
- Woodridge Pro
- Woodridge Elite
How to Replace an Induction Fan
Tools Needed
- Phillips #2 screwdriver
- Pliers
Pro Tips
- Get a second person to help when removing and reinstalling the auger box.
- All screws, unless otherwise noted, are 1/4-20 X 1/2" screws.
- Create a secure space to set aside hardware. As you remove hardware, keep them separated in groupings according to step.
Replacement Instructions:
- Prepare the grill for servicing.
- Turn off and unplug the grill from the power source.
- Empty all the pellets from the hopper.
- Remove the auger box. (Additional person recommended)
- Unplug the power cord from the auger box.
- While one person supports the auger box, remove the x4 screws from the underside of the grill.
- Caution: The auger box will fall if not supported and could cause damage to the wiring harnesses.
- Woodridge Elite: We recommend removing the back-left screw (inside the cabinet behind the auger box) first as it's the most difficult to see and access.
- Slowly lower the auger box until the hopper wire harness is exposed. Detach the connector and remove the auger box from the grill, setting aside on a work surface.
- Access the Induction Fan.
- Remove the x10 screws found on the sides of the auger box (3 on each long side, 2 on each short side) and remove the service panel.
- Turn the auger box upside-down.
- Take a pair of pliers and pull out the cotter pin holding the auger motor.
- Carefully slide the auger motor out of the auger shaft and set aside. Do not disconnect the motor from the motherboard.
- Replace the Fan.
- Disconnect the fan connector from the electrical board.
- Remove the x4 screws (8-32 X 1.75") on each corner of the fan and pull the fan out of the auger box, making sure not to touch the circuit board.
- Install the new fan with the x4 replacement screws (8-32 X 1.75") so the sticker side is facing up (i.e. facing the internal side so once the auger box is reinstalled, the sticker is not visible).
- Connect the new fan's wiring harness to the circuit board. You should hear a slight click when it's fully inserted.
- Disconnect the fan connector from the electrical board.
- Reassemble the grill.
- Place the auger motor shaft into the auger, lining up the holes, and push in the cotter pin.
- Reinstall the auger box service panel with the x10 screws you set aside previously.
- Slide the auger box into place from the hopper side, leaving space between the auger box and the underside of the grill to reconnect the auger box wiring harness.
- Lift up the auger box into the grill, ensuring the hopper wiring harness is tucked into the cavity next to the hopper.
- Reinstall the x4 screws you set aside earlier.
- Reattach the power cord to the auger box.
- Be sure to prime the auger before next use.