CF
Café
Condenser Fan or Control Feedback Fault
CF error code on Café refrigerator; often indicates condenser fan or communication fault related to cooling system.
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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
Condenser fan motor not running, Fan blade obstructed by debris, Faulty fan motor wiring, Main control board fan driver failure
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the rear compartment. The condenser fan area may have sharp metal edges.
- 1. Access the condenser fan: Remove the lower rear access panel to expose the compressor and condenser fan assembly.
- 2. Inspect for obstructions: Check if dust, insulation, or debris is blocking the fan blade. Clear any obstruction carefully.
- 3. Test fan spin: With power off, spin the fan blade by hand. It should rotate freely. If stiff or seized, the motor is likely bad.
- 4. Restore power briefly: Plug the unit back in and observe whether the fan runs when the compressor is operating. If the compressor runs but the fan does not, suspect a failed fan motor or control output.
- 5. Replace fan motor if needed: Disconnect power, remove the fan bracket, unplug the motor, and install a new Café-compatible condenser fan motor.
- 6. If fan and wiring are good: The main control board may not be sending power to the fan and may require replacement by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Condenser Fan Motor
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