Microwave Exhaust Fan
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Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
That's what we're not seeing - tabs...
On the BH there were tabs at the bottom that we had to flip up (as a matter of fact we had to replace this once because we forgot to close it back up).
On the BC, there are no flaps at the bottom and it appears that it may open at the top rather than bottom????? That's why we wondered if this was a new design and that it now opens itself without having to flip up tabs....
That's what we're not seeing - tabs...
On the BH there were tabs at the bottom that we had to flip up (as a matter of fact we had to replace this once because we forgot to close it back up).
On the BC, there are no flaps at the bottom and it appears that it may open at the top rather than bottom????? That's why we wondered if this was a new design and that it now opens itself without having to flip up tabs....
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Ok - now I'm hearing that there are some form of tabs at the bottom but he can't open them..............about 1 inch wide each - he tried pulling them down and it didn't work - they are not the flip up type the BH had. Is there a magical way to open these?
Ok - now I'm hearing that there are some form of tabs at the bottom but he can't open them..............about 1 inch wide each - he tried pulling them down and it didn't work - they are not the flip up type the BH had. Is there a magical way to open these?
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Here it is - is this what we think it is? It's very narrow and yes I could see some form of tab (2) at the bottom inside. Picture doesn't help much really. Hoping someone else has this...
It's pretty whatever it is.
Joe's getting kind of embarrassed about this...
He's out there on the ladder again.
Here it is - is this what we think it is? It's very narrow and yes I could see some form of tab (2) at the bottom inside. Picture doesn't help much really. Hoping someone else has this...
It's pretty whatever it is.
Joe's getting kind of embarrassed about this...
He's out there on the ladder again.
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Called Heartland Customer Service - they asked for a picture too. I guess there is a new vent cover for 2014. They will get back to me. We're thinking that it may open at the top rather than bottom and doesn't have tabs???? We've tried that - not much air appears to come through...
Called Heartland Customer Service - they asked for a picture too. I guess there is a new vent cover for 2014. They will get back to me. We're thinking that it may open at the top rather than bottom and doesn't have tabs???? We've tried that - not much air appears to come through...
Silverado23
Iowa Chapter Leaders
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
In the recent past, I have seen some built-in microwave ovens and range hoods that have a cable release inside the RV by the microwave that opens and closes the vent. I cannot remember the brand now.
In the recent past, I have seen some built-in microwave ovens and range hoods that have a cable release inside the RV by the microwave that opens and closes the vent. I cannot remember the brand now.
Silverado23
Iowa Chapter Leaders
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Maybe a pencil eraser on the end of the awning hook would work?
If you push on it to open and close it, I wonder if one could make a pole with a rubber end on it and use that to press on the cover from the ground? I don't want to get a ladder out to open/close this thing
Maybe a pencil eraser on the end of the awning hook would work?
Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Found further info. Opens by pushing up on 2 tabs. Problem is our tabs are caulked in. Thread re 2013 cedar creek that couldn't open as well indicated that it's difficult to open at first but easier over time.
Cover is uv resistant won't yellow and tested to 190 mph wind.
Found further info. Opens by pushing up on 2 tabs. Problem is our tabs are caulked in. Thread re 2013 cedar creek that couldn't open as well indicated that it's difficult to open at first but easier over time.
Cover is uv resistant won't yellow and tested to 190 mph wind.
ParkIt
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Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
Hope you don't have to cut the caulking to get it to pop out but it may have to be done. After you can get it to release maybe an awning pole with thick foam pad will allow you to open it from the bottom and catch it on the top to close?
It looks nice but sounds like a bit of pain to deal with, kind of glad we have the old style stack with tabbed cap.
Hope you don't have to cut the caulking to get it to pop out but it may have to be done. After you can get it to release maybe an awning pole with thick foam pad will allow you to open it from the bottom and catch it on the top to close?
It looks nice but sounds like a bit of pain to deal with, kind of glad we have the old style stack with tabbed cap.
Ray LeTourneau
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Re: Microwave Exhuast Fan
So it appears us folks with the old standard patio awning have an advantage. An awning pole!
So it appears us folks with the old standard patio awning have an advantage. An awning pole!
