Customer Questions and Answers for Evaporator Fan Motor (Freezer) by Whirlpool

This evaporator fan motor circulates air across the freezer's evaporator coils and throughout the cabinet. Replacing a worn or stalled motor restores proper airflow for even cooling and helps reduce warm spots and frost buildup. What it does:

• Drives the evaporator fan blade to move cold air over the coils and into both compartments
• Helps maintain stable, even temperatures and consistent airflow
• Typical symptoms: weak or no airflow from vents, refrigerator warmer than normal, unusual squealing/rattling from the freezer area, or the fan not running
• Often runs only with the door switch depressed—useful for diagnosis

• Evaporator fan motor

• Disconnect power before servicing; panels and coil fins can be sharp—wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access from the freezer: remove shelves/ice bin and rear panel to reach the motor
• Transfer the fan blade and any mounting hardware from the original motor
• Reconnect wiring, ensure the blade spins freely, and test operation with the door switch before reassembly