Your refrigerator evaporator fan motor is really a small but
essential aspect of your fridge. Ready to replace your refrigerator
evaporator fan motor? Read on for instructions on how to remove your existing
fan and install a brand new one seamlessly.
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor Replacement
Before you replace the fan motor, be sure to unplug the
refrigerators cord.
Evaporator fan motors are normally located at the back of the freezer or refrigerator compartment behind a number of panels. You will usually need to remove all the shelving and drawers to gain access to a rear panel. Be aware, you may also need to remove the shelf or draw support rails. Depending on the model, you will probably also need to take away the ice-maker, ice auger drive assembly, or other components before you can uninstall a rear panel. Now, unthread the screws securing the trunk panel or panels, then slide the panels out.
The evaporator fan motor may be mounted to a support
bracket, or directly to a rear panel. Accomplish the fan blade. Unthread the
mounting screws or release the retainer to detach the motor itself. Disconnect
the power and grounding wires, if applicable, to fully release.
When installing a new evaporator fan motor, be aware you may
need to transfer rubber mounts along with a washer, from the old motor towards the new one.
Connect the power and grounding wires as required. Position and secure the fan
motor towards the bracket or panel. Slide the fan blade onto the motor shaft until
it is fully seated. Reposition the rear panel or panels and thread the screws
to secure. Reinstall the ice auger drive motor assembly, the ice maker and any
other necessary components. Switch the shelf or draw support rails as required
along with the draws and shelving. Using the reassembly complete, plug the power
cord back in, and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
This video
will give you a visual concept of how to install a new refrigerator evaporator fan
motor.
What may be the Evaporator Fan Motor in a Refrigerator and How Does it Work?
As part of the refrigeration system, the evaporator fan
motor draws air with the evaporator coils to remove the heat from the air.
Depending on the model, the fan motor can also be responsible for circulating
the cooled air through the freezer, and refrigerator compartments. This air
flow cycle is essential for the appliance to work properly. If the evaporator fan motor
is malfunctioning, the temperature within the appliance will rise.
You should determine if there are any obstructions preventing the fan blades from turning. When the blades do not spin freely, it's likely that the motor bearings are worn-out. You can also use a multimeter to determine if there is a continuous electrical path present on a two-terminal fan motor. If there is no electrical continuity, the evaporator motor is faulty, and will need to be replaced. Evaporator fan motors are often unique to each refrigerator model. You need to enter the full model number of the appliance in our website search bar to find the specific evaporator fan motor you need.
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