Freezer Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor Instruction Manual

Introduction

This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Freezer Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor. This component is crucial for maintaining proper temperature within your refrigerator and freezer compartments by circulating air over the evaporator coils. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting any installation or maintenance.

Safety Information

• Disconnect Power: Always disconnect power to the appliance before attempting any installation, repair, or maintenance. Failure to do so can result in electric shock or serious injury.
• Professional Installation Recommended: Installation of this part may require specialized tools and knowledge. If you are not comfortable performing the installation, it is highly recommended to seek assistance from a qualified appliance technician.
• Wear Protective Gear: Use appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and eye protection, during installation to prevent injury.
• Handle with Care: The motor may have sharp edges or delicate components. Handle with care to avoid damage to the part or injury to yourself.
• Proper Disposal: Dispose of old parts and packaging materials according to local regulations.

Compatibility

This evaporator fan motor is designed to be compatible with a wide range of refrigerator and freezer models from various brands. Please verify your appliance's model number against the list below to ensure compatibility.

Compatible Brands and Models:

• Amana Models:

  ART308FFDW01, ART318FFDB11, ART308FFDM10, ART318FFDS03, ART308FFDB01, ART308FFDB03, ART308FFDM07, ART316TFDW01, ART106TFDB00, A8RXCGFXS01, ART308FFDB10, ART106TFDW01, ART106TFDW00, ART318FFDW00, ART318FFDB08, A8RXEGFXW00, A8RXCGFXS00, ART308FFDM00, ART318FFDW11, ART318FFDW06, ART104TFDW03, ART308FFDM01, ART308FFDW08, A8TXEGFYB01, ART318FFDB10, ART318FFDS10, ART308FFDM02, ART308FFDB08, ART318FFDS08, ART318FFDB07, ART318FFDS02, ART308FFDW10, ARTX3028PB00, ART308FFDM03, ART318FFDW03, ART308FFDB02, ART104TFDW00, ART106TFDB01, A8RXEGFXD00, A8TXEGFYW00, ART318FFDB06, ART318FFDB03, ART308FFDM06, ART348FFFS00, ART318FFDW07, ART308FFDW03, A8TXEGFYW02, ART308FFDB07, A8RXCGFXW03, A8TXEGFYW01, ART104TFDB01, A8RXCGFXW00, ART104TFDB03, A8RXCGFXW01, ART348FFFB00, A8RXEGFXB00, ART318FFDS06, ART308FFDW07, A8RXCGFXS02, ART318FFDW01, ART318FFDW08, A8TXEGFYB00, ART316TFDW02, ART318FFDW10, ART308FFDB00, ART348FFFW00, A8TXEGFYB02, ART318FFDS11, ART104TFDB00, ART308FFDW02, ART308FFDW06, ARTX3028PW00, A8RXCGFXW02, ART104TFDW01, ART318FFDB02, A8TXCWFXW00, ARTX3028PW01, ART308FFDW00, ART318FFDW02, ART318FFDS07

• KitchenAid Models:

  KTRC22EMBL01, KTRC22EMSS01, KTRC22EMBT01, KTRC22KMBT01, KTRC22KMBT00, KTRC22KMWH01, KTRC22EMBT00, KTRC22EMWH01, KTRC22KMBL01, KTRC22EMWH00, KTRC22KMSS00, KTRC22KMSS01, KTRC22EMBL00, KTRC22KMBL00, KTRC22EMSS00, KTRC22KMWH00

• Maytag Models:

  MRT118FFFH08, MRT118FFFM06, M9RXDGFYW10, M1TXEMMWB00, M8RXDGFXB00, M0RXEMMWB01, MTB2254EES00, M8RXCGFXW03, M8RXEGMAB01, MRT311FFFM00, M1TXEMMWS03, MTF2142EEB01, M1TXEGMYQ01, MRT118FFFE08, MFB2055YEB00, MTF2142MES00, M8RXCGFXB04, M8RXEGMAW02, MTB1954EEB02, MRT711SMFW00, M0RXEMMWW01, M8RXCGFXW00, MRT118FFFH00, M8RXCGFXW01, M1TXEMMWB03, MRT118FFFE04, M8RXEGMAB00, MRT519SFFW00, M1BXXGMYW00, MRT711SMFB00, MTF2142MEW00, M8RXCGFXS03, MRT711SMFZ00, MTB1954EEW01, MTF2142MEB00, MFB2055YEW00, MRT311FFFH01, MTF2142EEQ00, M8RXCGFXB01, M8RXCGFXS04, M8RXEGMAW01, M1TXEGMYS01, MRT118FFFH05, MRT311FFFZ01, M0RXEMMWM00, M1BXXGMYM00, MRT118FFFM04, M8RXCGFXS00, M5TXDWFXW00, M1BXXLZYW00, MRT318FZDE01, MRT311FFFH00, MRT711BZDE00, M1TXEGMYW01, MTB1954EEW03, MRT318FZDH00, M9BXXGMYB00, MRT118FFFH09, MRT118FFFZ10, MTF2142EES01, MRT519SFFZ00, MFB2055YEM00, M1TXEMMWW00, MRT311FFFZ02, M0RXEMMWW00, M1TXEMMWS00, MRT118FFFM00, M8RXCGFXS02, M8TXEGFBW01, M9BXXGMYM00, M1TXEMMWW03, MRT318FZDM01, M1TXEMMWB04, MRT519SZDM01, MRT118FFFM01, MRT118FFFZ05, M9RXDGFYM10, M9BXXGMYW00, M8TXEGFBS02, MTB2254EEW00, MRT118FZEM00, MRT318FZDE00, M1TXEMMWQ00, M1TXEMMWQ04, M8RXEGMAS01, M8RXDGFXS00, MRT118FFFE09, MTB1954EEB01, MRT118FFFE05, MRT519SZDE00, M0RXEMMWS00, MRT118FFFZ06, MTB1954EES03, MRT118FFFH01, MTF2142EEQ01, MTF2142EEW00, MRT118FZEH00, MTB1954EES02, MRT519SZDH01, MRT519SFFH00, M8RXCGFXB02, MRT711BZDM00, MRT311FFFZ00, M1BXXGMYB00, MTF2142MEQ00, MRT318FZDH01, MRT318FZDM00, M8RXCGFXS01, MRT118FFFE01, M8RXEGMAS00, MRT711BZDH00, M1BXXLZYM00, M9RXDGFYW11, M9RXDGFYB10, M8RXEGMAW00, MTF2142EES00, M8RXCGFXB00, MRT311FFFE00, M1TXEMMWW04, M8RXEGMXS00, M1TXEMMWQ03, MTB2254EEB00, M8RXCGFXW02, M8RXCGFXW04, M8TXEGFBB01, MRT118FFFH06, MTF2142EEW01, MTB1954EEW02, M1TXEGMYB01, MRT118FZEE00, MRT711SMFZ02, M1BXXLZYB00, MRT519SZDM00, M1TXEMMWS04, MTB1551EEW00, MRT118FFFZ09, MTB1954EES01, M8RXDGFXW00, MTF2142EEB00, M8RXEGMXW00, M8RXEGMAS02, M0RXEMMWB00, M8RXEGMAB02, MRT519SZDE01, M8RXCGFXB03, MRT118FFFZ01, M8RXEGMXB00, M1TXEMMWS01, MTB1954EEB03, MRT118FFFZ07, MRT118FFFE06, MRT118FFFE00, MRT519SZDH00, MRT118FFFZ00, M9RXDGFYM11

• Roper Models:

  RT14DKXGW01, RT14ZKXKQ02, RT14DKXKT04, RT14BKXKQ00, RT14ZKYKZ02, RT14DKYGW01, RT14DKXGN01, RT14ZKYKQ01, RT14BKXKQ01, RT14DKYKQ04, RT14DKXKQ00, RT14DKYGN01, RT14DKYKQ03, RT14BKXGW01, RT14DKXKZ01, RT14DKXKZ00, RT14DKXKQ04, YRT14ZKXGW00, RT14ZKXKZ01, RT14BKXKQ02, YRT14ZKYGW00, RT14ZKXKQ00, RT14DKXKQ01, RT14ZKYKQ02, RT14ZKYGN01, RT14ZKXKZ02, RT14DKXKT05, RT14DKXKZ03, RT14DKXKQ05, RT14BKXGW02, RT14BKXKQ03, RT14DKXKZ02, RT14DKYKQ01, RT14DKYKQ02, RT14DKYKQ00, RT14DKXKQ02, RT14BKXSQ00, RT14DKXKQ03

• Kenmore Models:

  10674209401, 10670939900, 10674906401, 10663984300, 10660933900, 10663974300, 10673936300, 10678914800, 10673989300, 10675249400, 10674209402, 10674904400, 10674299400, 10678913800, 10632842010, 10675223400, 10674913401, 10660932901, 10673984301, 10674206400, 10639434990, 10673289301, 10663982301, 10660233904, 10674999400, 10673299300, 10670934900, 10632863011, 10663284300, 10674916401, 10673989301, 10632943101, 10674203400, 10667972801, 10673984300, 10670234904, 10670934901, 10673239300, 10672153111, 10673289300, 10670239900, 10673982301, 10632862010, 10674989400, 10632882010, 10674909400, 10678923800, 10678924800, 10674289400, 10673939300, 10675246400, 10673904300, 10672159111, 10663972300, 10632889010, 10678934800, 10673934300, 10674993400, 10674212401, 10673209300, 10670232904, 10673909300, 10675224400, 10674219402, 10670234900, 10674902400, 10632883010, 10678914801, 10663282300, 10662159111, 10673299301, 10663299301, 10660234900, 10674214402, 10660233900, 10674906400, 10674903400, 10672159110, 10678912801, 10670933901, 10670232900, 10660932900, 10674914401, 10674203402, 10667982800, 10670932900, 10673203300, 10674212400, 10673234300, 10675226400, 10667983801, 10662154900, 10670213410, 10660934900, 10663292300, 10667974800, 10670214410, 10674214401, 10678932800, 10662153110, 10674216402, 10639437990, 10673284300, 10632242101, 10667989800, 10674984400, 10660933901, 10673294301, 10674992400, 10674283400, 10674284400, 10667984800, 10673979300, 10674982400, 10674206402, 10674213402, 10667974801, 10678924801, 10662153111, 10678912800, 10660239904, 10660232904, 10663989301, 10674919400, 10674204400, 10632853011, 10674909401, 10673236300, 10673932300, 10674213401, 10632852010, 10674202401, 10673206300, 10674914400, 10639420990, 10673903300, 10632249101, 10678922801, 10673282300, 10660212410, 10674983400, 10663289300, 10673202300, 10678913801, 10674213400, 10632872010, 10674912400, 10667972800, 10674209400, 10670212410, 10675229400, 10674913400, 10673906300, 10663284301, 10667989801, 10674204402, 10673974300, 10663972301, 10667979801, 10660934901, 10675243400, 10678939800, 10678923801, 10674219400, 10673284301, 10674216400, 10663299300, 10663282301, 10673232300, 10674293400, 10660213410, 10674994400, 10675244400, 10672163110, 10632863010, 10662163110, 10632243101, 10660234903, 10674204401, 10672152110, 10678919801, 10639424990, 10673294300, 10660219410, 10660234904, 10674902401, 10673974301, 10678919800, 10673972300, 10632852011, 10662154110, 10670939901, 10662159900, 10667973800, 10672152111, 10678929800, 10660214410, 10670233900, 10674903401, 10670233903, 10670219410, 10632853010, 10667982801, 10632873010, 10673933300, 10673292300, 10667973801, 10673204300, 10670233904, 10662152900, 10639427990, 10674904401, 10663289301, 10675222400, 10663294300, 10673233300, 10662154111, 10672154110, 10667979800, 10674206401, 10678929801, 10670234903, 10673902300, 10678922800, 10674212402, 10660939901, 10663979300, 10673979301, 10660239900, 10667983800, 10662152110, 10663984301, 10674202400, 10678933800, 10663294301, 10660232900, 10663989300, 10660233903, 10673972301, 10632942101, 10670932901, 10674216401, 10663292301, 10639430990, 10663974301, 10632949101, 10663979301, 10673282301, 10674202402, 10674294400, 10673982300, 10672153110, 10632862011, 10660939900, 10670239904, 10639432990, 10674203401, 10673292301, 10674219401, 10660239903, 10674916400, 10667984801, 10674912401, 10674292400, 10672154111, 10675242400, 10674214400, 10639422990, 10674282400, 10660232903, 10674919401, 10663982300, 10662159110, 10670933900, 10670239903

• Whirlpool Models:

  WRT318FZDW01, WRT311FZDT04, GR9FHTXVQ01, ET1MTEXMQ00, ET4WPKXKQ00, W8RXEGFWB00, GT1SHTXMQ03, WRT311FZDB00, ET4WSMYKT00, WRT311FZDB01, ET4CSKYKQ00, WRT108FZDW07, WRT1L1TZYW00, WRT579SMYB00, WRT106TFDW02, WRT108FZDW05, WRT311FZDW02, WRT3L9SZYM00, WRT549SZDB04, WRT579SMYF00, WRTX5328PM00, WRT518SZFW00, W8RXCGFXQ01, 8VET2WPKKQ03, WRT519SZDG04, WRT549SZDM01, WRT779RFYM00, WRT318FZDW00, WRT541SZDW00, WRT511SZDM02, W8TXEWFYB00, ET4WPKYKZ01, WRT518SZFB00, GR2FHMXVS00, WRT106TFDT00, WRT359SFYM00, GR9FHTXVB01, WRT371SZBW01, ET4WSKXKT02, WRT311FZDM01, 8VET0WPKKQ06, WRT519SZKV01, 8ET1FTKXKT06, ET1CHEXVQ00, ET4WSMXKZ00, WRTX5028PM00, WRT779RFYW10, W8RXDGFXS01, WRT771REYB00, W9RXEMFWQ00, WRT134TFDB00, WRT519SZDT05, WRTX5328PW01, WRT571SMYW00, WRT571SMYB00, ET1FHTXMQ03, GR9FHTXVS00, ET4WSMXKQ04, W8RXEGMWB01, GR2SHWXVS00, ET4WPKXKT01, ET4CSKXKQ03, WRT318FZDW10, WRT549SZDW04, WRT519SZDT00, W8RXCGFXS00, ET1CHEXVB01, G2IXEFMWQ00, WRT779RWYB00, WRT108FFDW01, ET1MTEXMQ04, WRT779RFYB10, W9RXXMFWL00, WRTX5328PM01, WRT316SFDW00, WRT348FMEZ00, W1TXEMFWB01, WRT148FZDB07, WRT519SZDT11, 8GR9SHKXKT02, W8TXEGFYB00, WRT3L1SZYB00, W8RXEGMWD02, WRT541SZHV03, ET4CSKYKT02, WRT579SMYB01, GR2FHTXVQ00, ET4WSKXKQ05, ET4WPKXKQ02, W8TXEGFYQ03, WRT318FZDM00, WRT318FMDW02, WRT311FZDT01, W8RXEGMWB02, WRT318FMDB10, WRT771RWYM01, WRT549SZDB00, WRT3L1SZYW00, WRT518SZFW02, W1TXEMMWT04, WRT311FZDW00, GR2FHMXVB00, WRT108FZDW00, W1TXEMFWT00, 8ET8FTKXKT06, G9RXXFMWS00, WRTX5028PW01, ET1CHEXVQ01, WRT104TFDB00, WRT316SFDW01, WRT541SZDZ01, W5TXDWFXQ00, WRT311FZDW01, 8ET8MTKXKT04, ET4WSKXST00, ET4WPKXKZ01, G9RXXFMWB00, WRT348FMES04, W8TXEWFYB02, WRT106TFDB02, GR9FHMXVS00, WRT318FMDB05, WRT106TFDW01, WRT579SMYW00, 8VET2WPKKQ02, WRT519SZDB07

• Inglis Models:

  IPT104302, IJT181300, IJT183300, IT14DKXSQ00, IT14DKXRQ00, I8TXCWFXQ00, I8RXCGFXQ01, I8RXCGFXQ02, IPT104303, I8RXCGFXQ00

• Ikea Models:

  IK8TXDWFXW00, IK8FXNGFDM02, IK4TXWFDW00, IK8RXDGMXW01, IK8FXNGFDM00, IK8RXDGMXS00, IRT138FDM00, IK8RXDGMXS01, IK4TXWFDW01, IK8RXCGMXW00, IK8FXNGFDM01, IK8TXCWFXW00, IRT134FDW00, IK8RXCGMXS00, IK8RXDGMXW00, IK8RXDGMXS02

• Crosley Models:

  CT14NKXHN00, CT14SKXRQ00, CT14NKXKT00, CT14SKXRT00, CT14NKXKQ01, CT14NKXJN00, CT14NKXKT01, CT14NKXHW00, CT14SKXSQ00, CT14SKXST00, CT14NKXJW00

What's in the Box

Upon opening the package, you should find the following item:

• One (1) Freezer Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor

Image: Front view of the evaporator fan motor, showing the main body, fan shaft, and electrical connector.

Setup and Installation

This section provides general guidance for replacing an evaporator fan motor. Specific steps may vary depending on your appliance model. Always refer to your appliance's service manual for detailed, model-specific instructions.

1. Prepare the Appliance:
   • Unplug the refrigerator/freezer from the power outlet.
   • Empty the freezer compartment of all food items and shelves.
   • Allow the freezer to defrost completely if there is any ice buildup around the evaporator cover.
2. Access the Evaporator Fan:
   • Locate the evaporator cover, typically at the back of the freezer compartment.
   • Carefully remove any screws or clips securing the evaporator cover.
   • Gently pull the cover away to expose the evaporator coils and the fan motor assembly.
3. Disconnect the Old Motor:
   • Note the wiring connections to the old motor. It is advisable to take a photo for reference.
   • Disconnect the electrical connector from the old motor.
   • Remove any mounting screws or clips holding the old motor in place.
   • Carefully remove the old evaporator fan motor and fan blade. The fan blade may need to be removed from the old motor shaft.
4. Install the New Motor:
   • If applicable, transfer the fan blade from the old motor to the shaft of the new motor, ensuring it is securely fastened and oriented correctly.
   • Mount the new evaporator fan motor into position, securing it with the original screws or clips.
   • Connect the electrical connector to the new motor, ensuring a snug fit.
5. Reassemble and Test:
   • Replace the evaporator cover, ensuring all screws or clips are re-secured.
   • Plug the refrigerator/freezer back into the power outlet.
   • Listen for the fan motor to operate. It should run quietly and smoothly.
   • Monitor the appliance for a few hours to ensure proper cooling and fan operation.

If you encounter any difficulties or are unsure about any step, consult a professional appliance repair technician.

Operating Principles

The evaporator fan motor is an integral part of your refrigerator's cooling system. Its primary function is to draw air over the evaporator coils, which are responsible for removing heat and humidity from the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan then circulates this cooled air throughout the compartments, ensuring consistent temperatures and efficient cooling. When the fan motor fails, air circulation is compromised, leading to inadequate cooling, frost buildup, and potential food spoilage.

Maintenance

The evaporator fan motor is generally a sealed unit and does not require routine user maintenance. However, ensuring the overall cleanliness and proper functioning of your refrigerator can help prolong the life of all its components, including the fan motor.

• Keep Vents Clear: Ensure that the air vents inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments are not blocked by food items or containers. Proper airflow is essential for the fan to operate efficiently.
• Defrost Regularly (if applicable): For manual defrost freezers, regular defrosting prevents excessive ice buildup that could impede fan operation or damage the motor. For frost-free models, ensure the defrost system is functioning correctly.
• Clean Condenser Coils: Periodically clean the condenser coils (usually located at the back or underneath the refrigerator) to ensure efficient heat exchange, which reduces the workload on the entire cooling system.

Troubleshooting

If your refrigerator or freezer is experiencing issues related to cooling or fan operation, consider the following common troubleshooting steps. Always disconnect power before inspecting internal components.

For complex issues or if troubleshooting steps do not resolve the problem, it is advisable to contact a certified appliance repair technician.

Specifications

Image: Top view of the evaporator fan motor, showing the fan shaft and mounting points.

Image: Side view of the evaporator fan motor, highlighting its compact design.

Image: Angled view of the evaporator fan motor, providing a clear look at the electrical connection point.

Warranty and Support

For information regarding product warranty, returns, or technical support, please refer to the original product listing or contact the seller directly. Protection plans may be available for purchase to extend coverage beyond the standard return period; details can be found on the product's purchase page.

For any installation or operational questions not covered in this manual, it is recommended to consult a qualified appliance repair professional.