Grundig
Noisy Evaporator Fan Motor
High-pitched whine or chirping noise from inside the refrigerator compartment.
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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, Ice contact with fan blades, Loose fan mounting bracket
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the evaporator fan.
- Identify compartment: Determine whether the noise comes from the fridge or freezer section.
- Access fan: Remove shelves and the rear interior panel in the noisy compartment to expose the fan.
- Check for ice: Remove any ice buildup around the fan and shroud. If heavy frost is present, defrost the unit fully.
- Inspect fan motor: Spin the blades by hand; if rough or noisy, replace the evaporator fan motor with a Grundig-compatible part.
- Secure mounting: Tighten any loose screws or clips holding the fan assembly.
- Reassemble and test: Restore power and confirm noise reduction.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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