Montpellier Worn or Iced-Up Evaporator Fan

Freezer produces a high-pitched whine or squeal from the fan area.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Fan motor bearings worn, ice contacting fan blades, fan blades rubbing on shroud, misaligned fan assembly.

Safety: Disconnect power before accessing the fan.

Access fan: Remove the inner rear panel to expose the evaporator fan.
Check for ice: Look for ice around the fan. Defrost manually if necessary.
Inspect blades: Ensure blades are not bent and do not rub on the shroud. Adjust or replace as needed.
Test motor: Spin the fan by hand; if it feels rough or noisy, replace the fan motor.

After replacement, reassemble and verify quiet operation.

Medium 3/5

Evaporator Fan Motor

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