E7 error appears and the freezer may not maintain correct temperature; fan may run erratically or not at all.
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: Unplug the freezer before accessing internal fan components. Fan blades can be sharp; avoid spinning them by hand when powered.
Steps to fix E7 (evaporator fan fault):
- 1. Listen for fan operation: After closing the door switch (with door open) and when the compressor is running, you should normally hear the evaporator fan. If silent, suspect a fan issue.
- 2. Access the fan: Remove baskets and the rear inner panel of the freezer compartment to expose the evaporator fan motor and shroud.
- 3. Check for ice or obstruction: Look for ice buildup around the fan blades or shroud. If present, fully defrost the area and ensure the blades spin freely by hand (with power off).
- 4. Inspect wiring: Examine the fan motor wiring harness for damage or loose connectors at both the fan and the main PCB.
- 5. Test the fan motor: With the freezer unplugged, disconnect the fan and measure resistance across the motor terminals. An open circuit indicates a failed motor. On some models, the fan is DC and driven by the PCB; consult specifications if available.
- 6. Replace the fan motor if faulty: Install a new New World evaporator fan motor assembly. Ensure the fan rotates in the correct direction and that the shroud is correctly positioned.
- 7. Check PCB if fan is good: If the fan tests OK but never receives power, the main control PCB fan driver or relay may be defective and require replacement.
Tip: Persistent ice around the fan may indicate an underlying defrost system problem; check defrost heater and sensor if icing recurs.
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