Fisher & Paykel
Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear
High-pitched squealing or chirping noise from inside the cabinet, especially when cooling starts or stops.
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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 misalignment, ice contact with fan blades
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit before accessing the evaporator fan.
Steps to fix squealing:
- Access fan: Remove shelves and the rear interior panel to expose the evaporator fan.
- Check for ice: Look for ice contacting the fan blades. Defrost if necessary.
- Spin test: Rotate the fan by hand. If it feels rough or makes noise, the motor bearings are worn.
- Replace fan motor: Install a new Fisher & Paykel–compatible evaporator fan motor and reassemble.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor
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