Bauknecht
Evaporator Fan Obstruction or Failure
Freezer produces excessive noise like a scraping or grinding sound when the fan runs
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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
Ice hitting fan blades, Debris in fan housing, Worn fan motor bearings, Loose fan blade
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the freezer fan. Beware of sharp ice and metal edges.
- Defrost ice: If noise changes when the door is opened, ice may be contacting the fan. Perform a full manual defrost to remove ice buildup.
- Access fan: Remove the inner rear freezer panel to expose the fan. Check for broken plastic, loose screws, or foreign objects.
- Secure blade: Ensure the fan blade is firmly attached to the motor shaft.
- Replace motor: If the motor is noisy even when free of obstructions, replace the evaporator fan motor.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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