The evaporator is found in the back of the freezer. This kit comes with two mounting grommets, two sleeves (not to be used on porcelain models), two #8 mounting screws, and a push-on fan blade. If you are experiencing symptoms such as the fridge making loud noises (generally stemming from the freezer compartment), or the fridge/freezer feeling warm in temperature, this may indicate a need to replace your evaporator fan motor. This part pulls air into the evaporator coils and then disperses the air in a continuous motion throughout the refrigerator and freezer.
NOTE: NO LONGER ABLE TO GET BRACKETS. SEE PART INSTRUCTIONS IN SERVICE MATTERS INSTRUCT SHEET# W11500157 11/20KC.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Noisy | Fridge too warm | Freezer section too warm | Fridge and Freezer are too warm
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Ralph
July 9, 2019
Will this fan work on my Whirlpool refridgerator model et19tkxlmr2
For model number ET19TKXLMR2
Hello Ralph, Thank you for the question. ET19TKXLMR2 is showing to be invalid but we do list a ET19TKXLWR2. The Evaporator Fan Motor for this model number is PartSelect Number: PS376645. Hope this helps!
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Greg
September 4, 2019
Double checking that part #482731 works with Roper rt18dkxal00 fridge, correct?
For model number RT18DKXAL00
Hello Greg, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number: PS376645. Hope this helps!
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Craig
June 3, 2019
Guys: I am having a unusual problem with evap fan motors. When first installed fan runs normal speed but when temp comes down fan slows to less then half speed and may speed back up for a few mins and slow again. I have tried 2 of them i bought from you, both have the same problem. Have you heard of this before. Any ideas. The blade spins freely.
For model number ET20DKXAN00
Hi Craig, thank you for your question. I would suggest pulling your appliance out and checking that the condenser coils are clean from any dust/debris. After cleaning the coils if they are dirty you still have this issue. I would suggest then looking at your condenser fan and motor. You will want to make sure the fan blades are clean and you will want to make sure the motor is working properly. Good luck with your repair.
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Homer
May 2, 2018
Does the evaporator fan kit 482731 fit my Frigidaire refrigerator?
For model number FRS26KW3AQ3
Hi Homer,
Thank you for your question. It would not unfortunately. I have listed the correct part for your appliance down below. Good luck with your repair.
Hello, will the evaporator Fan Motor kit PS376645 fit A8RXCGFXW03
For model number A8RXCGFXW03
Hello Norman, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11740359. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Sheldon, thank you for your question. . Yes, the Fan PS376645 you had chosen is compatible with your model. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Unit very noisy and freezer too warm
First I removed the racks in the freezer. The rack supports on the sides lift off without tools. The evaporator cover is at the back of the freezer. 4 phillips head screws. The cover lifts up then forward to expose the evaporator, evaporator fan and duct. The duct is held by 3 hex head screws. The evaporator fan is attached to the duct with a wiring pigtail to a plug. Unplug the fan and remove the duct. The fan is held by 2 hexhead screws. The new fan is put in place and assembly is simply the reverse of disassembly. The unit is quiet and cools properly now. The new part fit perfectly.
Michael from Churchville, NY
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Evaporator Fan had quit running
After unplugging the fridge, I removed all the phillips head screws from the evaporator fan housing as well as the back cover and the bottom of the freezer compartment (7) in all. After first removing the bottom cover - then the back cover I could access the evaporator fan unit. This was held in place with two hex-head screws that were easily removed with a nut driver. Then after unplugging the Red, White, and Green wires from the fan I removed it and replaced it with the new one. I did have to break off the two ends of the mounting bracket as described in the instruction sheet since it was too wide. Repeating the above steps in reverse, I had the job done and refridgerator up and running as quiet as could be in less than 15 minutes.
Duane from Piper City, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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freezer making a squealing sound
First I Removed the racks. Next 3 hex bolts that secured the ice maker. Undid the ponytail wiring. 3 Phillips screws to remove the metal back. unplugged the Evaporator Fan Motor. Replaced the new one. reassembled.
PAUL from Boiling Springs, SC
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Squealing evaporator fan
Unplugged the fridge, emptied the freezer, removed the panel screws, removed the fan assembly retaining nuts, slid the spade wire connectors from the tabs, and performed these tasks in reverse to have the fridge up and running like new. I am not an appliance repair person, but I am not intimidated by simple repairs. Your instructions were easy to follow, and the cry in the kitchen of "we need a new refrigerator" was silenced for less than $50.00. Thanks!
JOHN from BEAVER, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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fan not working
unpluged unit, removed 2 panel screws, removed 4 fan screws, disconnected wires, reassembled
Gary from Erving, MA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Freezer making loud whining noise-Fridge not cooling well
Removed the 3 screws in the back of the freezer, pulled back the metal back plate on the freezer. Removed 4 nuts on the plastic housing that holds the fan and pulled the housing down. Disconnected the wires, unscrewed the 2 screws holding the fan to the housing. Replaced old fan motor with new fan motor onto housing just as it was before. Reconnected the wires. And tested the motor. Worked great. Re-assembled everything as it was and it was done.
Dale from Blaine, MN
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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fan made lots of noise
unplugged refrig. removed screws on back panel of freezer compartment
removed fan motor cover
removed fan
broke ends off support bracket in accordance with directions
had to pull more of old ground wire out of back of refrigerator to get it to reach ground clip on new fan
plugged all 3 wires into fan motor
replaced covers
every thing works fine now.
part was delivered quite promptly
refrigerator was over 30 years old and a sears model but mfg by whirlpool
jim from bedford, KY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Fan motor stopped working.
I first unplugged the unit. Secondly I unscrewed the back panel and removed it. Third, I unplugged the fan, unscrewed it, removed it, and replaced it with the new fan motor. I then plugged it to confirm that it worked and then put everything back together.
John from Clifton Heights, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Making a god awful racket.
Ok its the garage "adult " Beverage chiller.
Easy fix First I removed the 4 screws that hold the element in place. I then pulled the element out about 3 inches and disconnected the two wires assembly was the reverse. and the beverages never got warm..
Michael from Locust Grove, VA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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nosiy fan operation
most of the time spent on repair was removing the food from freezer compartment other than that removal of a couple screws and disconnecting and reconnecting wires not a huge ordeal
TOM from GRANVILLE, MA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Charles D M - November 22, 2022
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Was not an easy replacement.
Was not an easy replacement as it did not fit without being highly modified.
#1 -The motor was rivieted together and had to be drilled out and replaced in order to attach
mounting brackets.
#2 - The wire terminals were on the top back of the new motor instead of the front and required
extending wiring from refrigerator cable wires 4 inches to connect to the new motor.
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Francis P - September 12, 2022
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worked well
It was the correct part,however the brackets in the picture of the parts were not included. No big deal, I will use the old ones. Again, no big deal, but I had to "split" the motor to instal the brackets. All in all it worked well and I was pleased.
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Jack W - August 6, 2022
Verified Purchase
Un-used part
Unfortunately, the day before the part arrived the compressor failed on my refrigerator. Had to buy a new frig. Never used the part.
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ROBERT D - July 25, 2021
Verified Purchase
EAST
WORKED AS EXPECTED
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Jorge B - July 9, 2021
Verified Purchase
Fridge fix
Thanks for your assistance with repairing my 30yr old Kenmore fridge. I read your troubleshooting section then ordered the evaporator fan. It came when it was suppose to and my old fridge is working like it's brand new.
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Don H - April 2, 2021
Verified Purchase
Works like new
Easy to install and working great
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James S - March 11, 2021
Verified Purchase
Easy fix
Part works great...took longer getting the old one out! If yours is making a racket and not cooling this will fix it...and it will keep things super COLD! You may have to dial the thermostat back also...the new one cranks the cold air! Easy cheap fix from parts select! Great purchase!
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Leon F - March 4, 2021
Verified Purchase
Works Great!
The delivery of the part was fast. After a little problem with the fan, a call was made to PartSelect and they helped me correct it. Refrigerator works like a charm for being 27 years old.
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Chris V - August 29, 2020
Verified Purchase
You don't pay for what you do, you pay for what you know how to do.
The pictured part, showed the bracket WITH THE EVAP MOTO, ATTACHED, INCORRECT. THE OLD FAN MOTOR HAD TO BE DISASSEMBLED. BEFORE BEING REASSEMBLED. WITH THE NEW FAN MOTOR. NEW PART, PICTURED AS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED, IS NOT CORRECT. AFTER DISASSEMBLING BURNT OUT MOTOR, AND REASSEMBLING WITH OLD BRACKET, RE INSTALLED, AND THEN INSTALLED IN FRIDGE, IT IS BACK TO WORKING LIKE IT SHOULD.
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Francis R - July 4, 2020
Verified Purchase
Easy fan replacement
The part was correct and easily replaced. Fridge back in quiet working order.
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PartSelect Number: PS376645
Manufacturer Part Number: 482731
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