This fan motor retainer secures the refrigerator's fan motor to its mounting bracket or shroud, reducing vibration and keeping the fan aligned so air circulates properly for consistent cooling.
- Secures the fan motor to its bracket or shroud
- Maintains proper fan alignment and clearance for consistent airflow
- Helps reduce vibration, buzzing, or rattling from a loose motor
- A worn or missing retainer may present as scraping fan noises or uneven airflow
What's included: 1 fan motor retainer
- Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing; allow moving parts to stop and wear cut-resistant gloves
- Access the fan area per your model
- Transfer the motor into the new retainer and reinstall using existing hardware as required
- Ensure the fan blade spins freely and clears the shroud before restoring power
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Evaporate motor went out on my Whirlpool refrigerator freezing cold at the bottom but warm on top Toan N. • Anaheim , CA • June 24, 2018
When I first found out that the evaporator fan doesn't work, I went to a local home appliances store to buy one , cost me $40 , real easy to replace it and it solves the main problem , but this evaporator motor was making some loud noise every now and then , especially when we open the door too often. Then I ordered another one from Repair Clinic , this one is even worst , making a loud hum noise constantly, I had to return it. My wife really wants to buy another refrigerator but I don't...
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