Danby
Evaporator Fan Motor Bearing Failure
Refrigerator makes a loud grinding or squealing noise from the freezer area.
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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
Worn evaporator fan motor bearings, fan blade rubbing on ice or housing, misaligned fan bracket
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the freezer fan.
Steps to fix evaporator fan noise:
- Access the fan: Remove freezer shelves and the rear interior panel to expose the evaporator fan assembly.
- Inspect for ice: Check if ice is contacting the fan blades. Defrost any ice buildup and investigate defrost issues if ice returns.
- Check blade alignment: Ensure the fan blade is fully seated on the motor shaft and not rubbing against the shroud. Adjust as needed.
- Spin test: Rotate the fan by hand. If it feels rough, wobbly, or squeals, the motor bearings are likely worn.
- Replace motor: Install a new OEM Danby evaporator fan motor and reuse or replace the fan blade as needed. Reassemble the panel and test for quiet operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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