Panasonic Fan Motor Bearing Wear

Freezer makes a high-pitched whine or squeal from 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

Worn evaporator fan motor bearings, ice contact with fan blades, debris in fan shroud

Safety: Unplug the freezer before accessing the fan.

Steps:

1. Access fan: Remove the inner rear panel to reach the evaporator fan.
2. Check for ice: Remove any ice buildup around the fan and shroud by defrosting.
3. Inspect blades: Clear any debris or packaging material contacting the blades.
4. Replace motor: If the noise persists and the motor feels rough when spun by hand, replace the Panasonic evaporator fan motor.

Medium 3/5

Evaporator Fan Motor

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