E7
Candy
Evaporator Fan Motor Fault
Display shows E7; fan noise may stop; frost builds up on evaporator; poor air circulation in fridge compartment.
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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 evaporator fan motor, Ice obstruction preventing fan rotation, Broken fan blades, Faulty fan driver circuit on PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the fan area.
E7 indicates the control does not detect proper operation of the evaporator fan.
- Access fan: Remove freezer drawers and the rear inner panel to expose the evaporator fan assembly.
- Check for ice blockage: If the fan is encased in ice, fully defrost the unit (leave unplugged with doors open and towels in place) for 12–24 hours, then test again.
- Spin test: Gently spin the fan blades by hand. They should rotate freely without scraping.
- Electrical test: With power disconnected, check fan motor resistance across its terminals. An open circuit indicates a failed motor.
- Replace fan motor: If faulty, install a new Candy evaporator fan motor assembly, ensuring correct wiring and blade orientation.
- PCB check: If the fan motor is good but not receiving voltage when the compressor runs, the main PCB fan driver may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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