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Fan Motor Failure
Dehumidifier fan does not run; compressor may start and then shut down quickly.
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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.
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Possible Causes
Burned-out fan motor, Faulty fan capacitor (if used), Obstructed blower wheel, Defective main control board fan relay
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit. Moving parts can cause injury.
Steps:
- Check for obstruction: Remove the grille and ensure nothing is blocking the fan blades or blower wheel.
- Spin test: Try spinning the fan by hand. If it is stiff or seized, the fan motor is likely bad.
- Capacitor test: Locate the fan capacitor (if separate). Test with a capacitance meter and replace if out of spec.
- Voltage check: With caution and proper tools, a technician can check if the motor is receiving power when the fan should run. If power is present but the motor does not turn, replace the motor.
- Control board: If no power is sent to a good motor, the main control board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Cross-Flow Fan Motor
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