Candy Air Duct / Damper Blockage or Fan Failure

Freezer cold but refrigerator compartment warm; food spoils in fridge while freezer seems normal.

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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

Evaporator fan motor not running, Ice blockage in air ducts between freezer and fridge, Stuck or broken air damper flap, Mispositioned fridge NTC sensor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the appliance before removing internal panels.

  • Check airflow: Place your hand near the fridge air outlets (usually on the rear wall). Little or no cold air flow indicates a circulation problem.
  • Listen for fan: With the door switch held closed and the unit powered, you should hear the evaporator fan running. If not, unplug and access the fan behind the freezer rear panel.
  • Inspect for ice: Remove the freezer rear panel and look for heavy ice build-up blocking the fan or air channels. Fully defrost the unit if necessary.
  • Test fan motor: With power disconnected, check fan motor resistance. Replace the Candy evaporator fan motor if open or seized.
  • Check damper: On models with a motorized damper between freezer and fridge, ensure the flap moves freely and is not broken. Replace the damper assembly if stuck or damaged.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Evaporator Fan Motor / Air Damper Assembly
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