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Inspect and Remove Old Fan Cover

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QUICK and EASY Bathroom Exhaust Fan Cover Replacement

What happens here

The video begins with an introduction to the project, highlighting a bathroom exhaust fan cover that shows signs of rust staining and yellowing. To remove the old cover, grasp it firmly on opposite sides. Most standard exhaust fan covers are held in place by two spring clips. Gently squeeze the sides of the cover inwards towards the center and pull it downwards to disengage the clips from the fan housing. Once detached, carefully remove the cover. The removed cover reveals significant rust on its edges, indicating past water exposure, and a previous repair where a broken clip was replaced with wire.

Goal: Detaching the existing bathroom exhaust fan cover for replacement.

Tools and materials

  • Old Exhaust Fan Cover NuTone — The part to be replaced, showing rust and damage