GE Café
Evaporator Fan or Ice Buildup Noise
Refrigerator making loud rattling or knocking noise from inside the freezer.
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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 blade hitting ice, Loose fan shroud, Ice chunks around fan from defrost issues, Worn evaporator fan motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before removing freezer panels.
Internal rattling often comes from the evaporator fan area.
- Access fan: Remove freezer drawers and the rear interior panel to expose the fan.
- Check for ice: Look for ice buildup around the fan blades or shroud. Defrost with warm air and towels.
- Tighten components: Ensure the fan motor and shroud screws are tight and the fan blade is firmly attached to the motor shaft.
- Replace fan motor: If the motor is noisy even when free of ice, replace the evaporator fan motor.
- Investigate defrost system: If ice repeatedly builds up, check the defrost system components.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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