40E
Samsung
Ice Room Fan Motor Error
Ice maker not cooling properly; display shows 40E indicating ice room fan error on some Samsung models.
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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
Failed ice room fan motor, Ice buildup blocking fan, Faulty fan wiring harness, Obstructed ice room air duct
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the ice room fan.
Steps:
- Remove ice bucket and cover: Take out the ice bucket and remove the ice room cover to expose the fan housing.
- Inspect for ice: Look for frost or ice around the fan blades and housing. If present, defrost the area using a hair dryer on low or by leaving the unit unplugged with doors open.
- Check fan movement: Spin the fan blades gently by hand. If they do not move freely or feel rough, replace the ice room fan motor.
- Verify wiring: Inspect the fan wiring harness and connector. Reseat the connector and look for damaged insulation or burnt pins.
After repair, restore power and allow several hours for the ice room to reach proper temperature and resume ice production.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Ice Room Fan Motor
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