Fagor
Evaporator Fan Motor Bearing Wear
High-pitched whine or squeal coming from inside the freezer compartment when the refrigerator is running.
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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 housing due to misalignment, Ice buildup contacting fan blades
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the freezer fan.
Steps:
- 1. Access fan: Remove freezer drawers and the rear inner panel to expose the evaporator fan.
- 2. Inspect for ice: Check for ice around the fan shroud and blades. Defrost if necessary.
- 3. Spin fan by hand: Rotate the blade; if it feels rough or noisy, the motor bearings are worn.
- 4. Replace fan motor: Remove mounting screws or clips and install a new Fagor-compatible evaporator fan motor and blade if needed.
- 5. Reassemble and test: Refit the panel, restore power, and confirm the noise is gone.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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