Refrigerator making rattling or squealing noise? A failing condenser fan motor is often the cause. DIY-friendly repair takes about 30 minutes.
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Fan was making noises. Mark M. • Easton , PA • May 15, 2023
My refrigerator's cooling fan was making a noise. It wasn't loud; in fact, it was barely discernible. However, it was just loud enough to annoy me. The fan blade was hitting the shroud every now and then, creating a subtle, yet annoying sound. I'd tried tightening all the screws back there, and it helped-for a while. The noise came back. After looking at the fan motor, I noticed the bushings; it occurred to me that they might be the culprit. And why not? They were the originals installed at the...
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