Common questions

Where is the evaporator fan on my Maytag refrigerator?

Where is the evaporator fan on my Maytag refrigerator?

This evaporator fan motor is located in the back of the freezer. This part circulates air over the refrigerator coils. These coils will convert the heat into cool air, which is then circulated throughout your appliance.

How do I know if my evaporator fan motor is bad?

Listen for a squeal or chirp sound. If the evaporator fan motor is going bad, it may still run while making a high pitched sound that may come and go. If you hear that sort of sound, something may be caught in the fan blades or the motor may be dying.

Why is my Maytag fridge not cooling?

Check the condenser coils to determine if they are dirty—if the condenser coils are dirty, clean them. The condenser fan motor draws air though the condenser coils and over the compressor. If the condenser fan motor is not working properly, the refrigerator won’t cool properly.

Why is my evaporator fan not working?

If the fan is not running, unplug the refrigerator and remove the evaporator fan cover. In many cases the problem is do to the fact that the evaporator fan cannot operate freely due to an ice buildup on the fan blades. If the problem is bent fan blades, replace the fan blade.

Where is the evaporator fan located on a refrigerator?

The refrigerator evaporator fan sits behind the freezer wall. It draws air across the evaporator coil and circulates it throughout the freezer and refrigerator compartments. When the refrigerator compressor kicks on, so does the evaporator fan.

Where is the evaporator fan located?

Evaporator fan motors are normally located at the back of the freezer or refrigerator compartment behind one or more panels. You will usually need to remove all of the shelving and drawers to access a rear panel.

How do you fix a Maytag refrigerator that is not cooling?

1. The Refrigerator isn’t cooling or is too warm

  1. Adjust the temperature.
  2. Check the settings.
  3. Check if vents are obstructed.
  4. Make sure the icemaker is turned on.
  5. Check if the water line is kinked.
  6. Make sure water shut-off valves are fully open.
  7. Make sure the door is sealed properly.
  8. Wipe down the door seal gasket.

Why is my fridge running but not cooling?

Clogged coils can cause poor cooling. Check to make sure nothing is stuck in the condenser fan and that it spins freely (models with coils on the back won’t have a fan). Clean the fan blades and spin the fan by hand to see if it’s stuck. Plug in the fridge and make sure the fan runs when the compressor is running.

Where is the evaporator fan located in a refrigerator?

This evaporator fan motor is located in the back of the freezer, and circulates air over the refrigerator coils. These coils will convert the heat into cool air, which is then circulated.

How does a condenser fan work in a refrigerator?

Used in a refrigerator, the condenser fan motor moves the condenser fan blade to direct and move air across the condenser coil. Please note: The manufacturer has changed the appearance of the product from the original. The kit still functions the same as the original part. It is an OEM factory replacement.

How do you replace a Kenmore refrigerator motor?

Removed the fan blade from fan motor,which was press fitted on,then removed fan motor from bracket assembly (make sure and retain the two vibration rubber washers on back and front of motor. Reinstall new motor with vibration washers and press fan blade on new motor. Install in bracket assemble and reassemnble.

How do you replace a KitchenAid refrigerator fan?

Cut and strip the wire about two inches from the fan. Cut and strip the new wire. I cut the new wire in half (about 6 inches.) Connect the two wires, twist and used 2 wire nuts. Tie wrap the wire to the wire harness. Mount the new fan (three screws) Screw the back panel back on.

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Ruth Doyle