Physically Obstructed If the fan is not running, unplug the refrigerator and remove the evaporator fan cover. In many cases the problem is do to the fact that the evaporator fan cannot operate freely due to an ice buildup on the fan blades. If the problem is bent fan blades, replace the fan blade.
Does the refrigerator evaporator fan always run?
The evaporator fan is not supposed to run all the time but until the refrigerator reaches a set temperature. However, it runs in combination with the condenser and compressor fan. When the fan runs without any break, it causes air to circulate properly. This will produce an even temperature throughout the refrigerator.
What will happens if evaporator fan stops working?
If the evaporator fan motor stops working, your freezer will begin to defrost. Most freezers don't run the evaporator fan motor when the door is open, so if the fan does work, it will turn off when you open the door. Check the temperature setting on the freezer to be sure it's on cold.
What are symptoms of a bad evaporator fan motor?
- AC Fan Doesn't Start. Even though you have the AC turned on, the fan does not start.
- AC Fan Doesn't Stop.
- Slow Rotating Blades.
- Outside Fan Blades Are Still.
- Rattling, Humming, and Buzzing Noises.
- AC Runs Intermittently.
- No Cold Airflow.
How do you troubleshoot an evaporator fan motor?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_qPekzNjhQ
How do you test an evaporator fan?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY6PDFEJYJI
What does a refrigerator evaporator fan do?
The purpose of the evaporator fan in a refrigerator is to circulate cold air from the evaporator coils throughout the food storage compartments.Mar 7, 2020
How do I know if my evaporator fan is working?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1joFsVibsk
How much does a evaporator fan motor cost?
When your air conditioner's fan motor breaks, it will typically cost about $300 to $600 to replace.
How does a refrigerator evaporator fan work?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WU9C47njkbA
When should the evaporator fan run?
The evaporator coils are usually located behind the freezer compartment, and the evaporator fan should be right in front of them, although it may be offset to one side or the other. The fan should come on whenever the compressor cycles on. If it doesn't, the refrigerator won't get cool enough to preserve your food.Mar 7, 2020
How do you fix a refrigerator evaporator fan?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2XLaDjFtf8
Does a refrigerator compressor fan always run?
The fan runs whenever the compressor runs, and it draws cool room air through the front grille, and circulates it through the condenser coils, over the compressor, and back out the front grille into the room. If the fan stops, the temperature of the refrigerant will rise and the compressor may overheat.May 1, 1998
Should freezer fan always be running?
The evaporator fan motor draws air over the evaporator coils and circulates it throughout the freezer. To compensate for the decrease in cooling capacity, the freezer will run continuously in an attempt to keep the freezer cold.
What effect would an evaporator fan failure have on the compressor?
An evaporator (indoor) fan-motor failure almost always results in the indoor coil freezing over and the suction line freezing all the way back to the compressor. And since the refrigerant isn't being evaporated in the coil, liquid refrigerant is being drained back into the compressor.
What happens if refrigerator fan stops working?
If the fan stops, the temperature of the refrigerant will rise and the compressor may overheat. Eventually, the food may spoil. To check the condenser fan motor, first unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall. If the motor binds or doesn't move at all, replace it.May 1, 1998
How do you test a condenser fan motor on a multimeter refrigerator?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSOWP7F2cxY
Should fridge fan always be running?
The evaporator fan is responsible for circulating the cold air from your coils and into the refrigerator section. Without it working, the cool air will not be efficiently blown onto your fresh food. However, your refrigerator will still try to maintain that temperature by instead just running all the time.
What controls the evaporator fan motor?
An evaporator fan controller monitors refrigerant flow or compressor drive motor amps and reduces the speed of evaporator fans when the compressor is off.
How can you tell if your condenser fan is running for fridge?