The freezer works fine - makes ice, etc.
The fridge remains cool, but is not cold. Milk has already gone bad (it's been about 2 days).
The temperature controls are set properly.
However, the fan in the freezer compartment is not moving.
What's the problem? How do I fix this (without having to call in a repair person)?
Also wanted to add that we've ensured that the airflow between the freezer and fridge was not iced up.Also wanted to add that we've ensured that the airflow between the freezer and fridge was not iced up.
AnonymousApr 08, 2008
I have replaced the defective fan motor and it worked correctly however the freg still is not cooling correctly.Does it matter which way the fan motor power is connected?How do I check to see if the air ducts from the freezer to the freg are clear? I have replaced the defective fan motor and it worked correctly however the freg still is not cooling correctly.Does it matter which way the fan motor power is connected?How do I check to see if the air ducts from the freezer to the freg are clear?
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Re: Fan not working?
You may have a bad Evaporator Fan Motor. You can check with an ohm meter.
Caution: Please read our safety information Before working on your appliance, unplug the appliance to
avoid an electrical shock hazard.
The evaporator fan is located at the back of the freezer. It will be necessary to remove back inside panel of
the freezer. Remove any screws that secure the back panel. Next remove any screws that secure the fan
or fan housing so that you can access the fan's wiring.
Label the wire placement on the fan before disconnecting the wires. Pull the connector off of the fan's
terminal. You may need to use a pair of needle-nose pliers to remove the connectors. Inspect the
connectors for corrosion. If the connectors are corroded they should be cleaned or replaced.
Remove the fan blade from the old motor and place it onto the new fan motor. The Fan blade may slip off
the motor shaft. Or the blade may have a spring or "C" clip. Use a slotted screwdriver to pry off the clip
Replace the fan onto the mounting bracket and back into the fan housing. Spin the fan to make certain it
can turn freely. Replace the rear freezer panel and plug in the appliance.
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Make sure your fan is working ,its located behind the freezers back wall. If it is working the vent from the freezer down to the refrigerator may be blocked (usually with ice).With out a fan you have no circulation but your freezer may look likes its working,it may last 3 days.Also if you can move everything out unplug it turn it off w/ doors open untill all traces of ice are gone this will free up any clogged tubes. Good luck. Len West
In my case, the solution was to empty the freezer side, to access a back panel INSIDE the freezer covering the fan and cooling coils. Two screws held the back panel cover on, and when I removed the panel cover I found the cooling coils to be totally iced up, preventing the flow of cold air into the fridge side. I left the freezer open for a few hours until all the ice was melted, before replacing the inside panel. (I used a blow dryer to help speed up the ice melting).
Everything's working fine now for me - good luck with yours!
Sounds like a defrost problem. Check to see if
there is any frost buildup in the back wall of the freezer. If so, it is not
defrosting as it should.
possible causes:
bad defrost timer
bad defrost heater (in freezer)
bad thermo switch in freezer
If you don’t know what these are then unplug the machine and let the ice
melt in the freezer overnight with the door open. Then try it the next day, if
is cooling fine then you need to have a service person replace one of the above
items.
if you already checked this and think
it is a different problem then let me know, i will help you figure it out.
Sounds like a defrost problem. Check to see if
there is any frost buildup in the back wall of the freezer. If so, it is not
defrosting as it should.
possible causes:
bad defrost timer
bad defrost heater (in freezer)
bad thermo switch in freezer
If you don’t know what these are then unplug the machine and let the ice
melt in the freezer overnight with the door open. Then try it the next day, if
is cooling fine then you need to have a service person replace one of the above
items.
Probably bad thermocouple. In the refrigerators I'm familiar with, there is a thermocouple thermostat in the freezer. There is no measuring of refrigerator temperature; it just gets a portion of the cold freezer air.
If the thermostat is bad, then ice cream should be rock hard too, for it never quits cooling except on defrost cycle, three times per day.
If the frost build up is on the back panel of the freezer then it has a defrost problem which causes a no cool situation. Let me know more about this frost buildup and what you have done.
Also wanted to add that we've ensured that the airflow between the freezer and fridge was not iced up.
I have replaced the defective fan motor and it worked correctly however the freg still is not cooling correctly. Does it matter which way the fan motor power is connected? How do I check to see if the air ducts from the freezer to the freg are clear?
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