Customer Questions and Answers for Evaporator Fan Motor by Whirlpool

The Evaporator Motor is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This motor powers the fan that circulates air over the evaporator coils, facilitating efficient cooling within the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Proper air circulation ensures consistent temperatures and helps maintain food freshness.

Causes of a bad evaporator motor can include wear and tear over time, electrical issues, or obstructions that prevent the fan from spinning freely. 

Symptoms of a bad Evaporator Motor include:

• The refrigerator not cooling properly
• Unusual noises such as rattling or squealing from the motor area
• Frost buildup in the freezer compartment
• The refrigerator running constantly without reaching the desired temperature

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.