Fisher & Paykel
Fan Motor Bearing Wear or Airflow Noise
Refrigerator makes a high-pitched whine or squeal, especially when doors are closed.
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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 bearings, Debris in fan blades, Fan shroud misalignment, Air whistling through restricted vent
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing fans.
- Determine location: Open doors to see if the noise changes. If it stops when a door is opened, the evaporator fan is likely involved.
- Access fan: Remove the freezer rear panel to reach the evaporator fan.
- Clean and inspect: Remove any debris from the fan blades and ensure the shroud is not rubbing against the blades.
- Spin test: Spin the fan by hand. If it feels rough or squeals, replace the fan motor.
- Check vents: Ensure air vents are not partially blocked, which can cause whistling.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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