BODEGA43
Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear
High-pitched squealing or grinding noise from inside the cabinet when cooling.
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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, Ice buildup contacting fan blades
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the wine cooler before removing interior panels.
Steps:
- Access fan: Remove shelves and the rear interior panel to expose the evaporator fan.
- Check for ice: If ice is contacting the fan, fully defrost the evaporator and check defrost system operation.
- Inspect fan: Spin the fan by hand. Roughness, wobble, or noise indicates worn bearings.
- Reposition blade: Ensure the blade is centered and not rubbing the shroud.
- Replace motor: If noise persists, replace the evaporator fan motor assembly with a BODEGA43-compatible part.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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