This 40-Watt light bulb is sold individually.
It is specially designed to withstand extreme temperatures, so this bulb is compatible with a variety of appliance types including refrigerators, ranges, microwaves, and dryers. It features a frosted glass bulb with a standard metal socket base, which allows you to easily unscrew the burnt-out light and twist the new bulb into place.
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.
This evaporator fan motor operates in a counter clockwise fashion. This motor's shaft is 3/8 of an inch and the motor has two right side terminals. NOTE: Harness wires NO longer come with the part.
This condenser fan motor operates in a clockwise fashion. The fan itself has two 1/4 inch spade terminals. It carries 2 watts and 115 volts. This motor NO longer comes with cover for terminals.
The defrost thermostat included in this kit cuts out at 50 degrees Fahrenheit and kicks back in when the temperature drops to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Also included in this kit are two interchangeable brackets and crimp style wire connectors. Use this kit for your GE brand refrigerator.
Make repairs on your own using this instructional manual from GE. This manual includes step-by-step photos, diagnostic charts, preventative maintenance, and easy to follow instructions.
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Noisey fan/motor (bad motor bearing ?)
37 of 46 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Keith from Fort Worth, TX
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Pliers, Screw drivers
Removed 2 phillips head screws to remove ice maker (could have just loosened them) Pulled fan off of shaft Removed 2 phillips head screws on motor bracket , disconnected three motor wires & removed motor. reversed process to install new motor & fan blade. Space was a little tight for two hand and arms, but do-able.
I removed the 3 screws that held the motor and fan. Exchanged fan blades and reinstalled the fan and new motor
I was surprised to find the motor. The refrigerator/freezer was over 28 yrs old. Works fine now
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Motor rattled loudly
15 of 17 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Robert from Kingwood, TX
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver
Turned off the refridgerator. Took everything out of the freezer compartment & put into ice chest with pleanty of ice on top. Removed 2 screws holding the ice maker in place & placed ice maker aside. Removed shelf. Removed one screw on back plate, pushed up on the holding tabs at the top of the back plate & removed the back plate. Removed
... Read more 3 screws holding the motor bracket in place along with the 3 wires. Installed new motor & used the wire extensions provided due to the electrical connections on the new motor being on the opposite side. Had to bend one wire tab down to clear the motor bracket. Turned refridgerator back on to ensure correct rotation on the fan. Reinstalled back plate & ice maker & shelf. Waited 30 minutes before putting food items back in freezer compartment.