This kit features a 5-blade plastic evaporator fan blade that rotates CCW and measures 4.5-inches in diameter and has a 3/8-inch-tall shaft. This kit also has a metal compression ring that secures the fan to the evaporator. The evaporator mechanism is normally located in the freezer and is responsible for pulling the warmer air over the c...Read moreondenser coils, cooling it off and then blowing and circulating that cooler air through the rest of the refrigerator. If the freezer compartment has a frost buildup or if there is a lack of cooling and airflow in your refrigerator, this fan likely needs to be replaced. To replace your evaporator fan, you will likely need a screwdriver and a set of pliers and check your user manual for the exact location of your evaporator fan.
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broken fan blade in the freezer compartment
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John from Cumberland, MD
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Pliers
Unplugged frige, removed top shelf, pulled broken fan blade off. Replaced with fan blade just purchased from PartSelect. Very simple repair. Orderd and recieved the right part.
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a fan blade broken causing it to make a loud noise
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Marnie from Denver, CO
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Pliers
we took off the old one and replaced it.
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family member melted fan with hair dryer
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Lauraine from Rocky Hill, CT
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Screw drivers
Unplugged fridge.Removed 2 screws holding a panel. After panel removed took off old fan and inserted new. Quite simple.