Display shows E7; condenser fan may not run and the compressor may overheat or shut down.
Safety Warning
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
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the freezer before accessing the rear compartment or touching the fan. Moving parts and live circuits can be hazardous.
- Step 1 – Access condenser fan: Remove the rear lower access panel to expose the condenser fan near the compressor.
- Step 2 – Check for obstructions: Inspect the fan blades for debris, insulation, or wiring blocking movement. Remove any obstructions.
- Step 3 – Spin test: With power off, spin the fan blade by hand. It should rotate freely. If it is stiff or seized, the motor is likely bad.
- Step 4 – Inspect wiring: Verify the fan motor connector is fully seated and wires are not damaged.
- Step 5 – Replace fan motor if needed: Remove mounting screws, transfer the fan blade to the new motor, install the new motor, reconnect wiring, and reinstall the access panel.
If the fan still does not run with a new motor, the main control board may not be supplying power and should be tested by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
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