Antarctic Star
Evaporator / Interior Fan Bearing Wear
Interior fan is very noisy or squeals while 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 fan motor bearings, Fan blade rubbing on housing, Ice buildup around fan, Loose fan mounting screws
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the wine cooler before working inside.
- Access interior fan: Remove shelves and the rear interior panel to expose the fan.
- Check for ice: If ice surrounds the fan, fully defrost the unit and check for underlying defrost or gasket issues.
- Inspect fan blade: Ensure the blade is not bent and is not contacting the shroud. Adjust or replace the fan blade if damaged.
- Tighten mounting: Tighten any loose screws or clips holding the fan motor.
- Replace fan motor: If noise persists and the motor feels rough when spun by hand, replace the evaporator / interior fan motor.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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