GE GSS25JF Side by Side Refrigerator "system fan 1 failed present" Questions

...system has failed. also on some models, the fan stops when door is opened. check door switch is operating 1. is the freezer cold? yes. checkto see if freezer fan is operating. open fridge and listen ...

...fan into the freezer compartment for just over 2 hours with the freezer contents removed. (Makes a water mess!) Once defrosted return the unit to normal service and check the temps 6 - 8 hours later. ...