Samsung refrigerator fan not working

What to expect when you experience a Samsung refrigerator fan not working issue

How is the fan not working problem fixed?

Correcting most fan not working problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, evaporator or compressor. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a refrigerator fan that is not working

When the refrigerator fan is not working it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of refrigerator failures.

What to look out for with a refrigerator fan not working diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your refrigerator problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

Samsung Refrigerator Fan Not Running

If the condenser fan in your Samsung refrigerator is not running, unplug the refrigerator and remove the machine compartment cover at the back of the refrigerator. Check the wire harness connection for the condenser fan. Plug the wire harness back in if it’s loose or disconnected. This may fix the fan problem.

If the evaporator fan in your Samsung refrigerator is not running, excessive frost at the bottom of the evaporator could be blocking the fan blades. Check for excessive frost in the freezer, especially on the back wall of the freezer which is also the evaporator cover. If you see excessive frost in the freezer, you may be able to free up blocked evaporator fan blades by manually defrosting the freezer. Follow these steps to melt excessive frost off the evaporator fins:

1. Safely store food from the fridge and the freezer in an ice chest or second refrigerator.
2. Empty the ice cube bin. You can save the ice cubes in a freezer or second refrigerator.
3. Turn off cooling in the refrigerator or disconnect electrical power by unplugging the power cord or shutting off the house circuit breaker for the fridge.
4. Open the freezer and refrigerator doors to let warm air flow through the cabinet and melt frost and ice off the evaporator fins.
5. Restore power to the refrigerator or turn on cooling after 4 hours. By then frost and ice should have melted from the evaporator.

Check to see if the evaporator fan runs after manually defrosting the evaporator. If it does, then the fan may continue working. Check for air leaks into the fridge. Check the door gaskets and the ice dispenser for air leaks and fix those leaks to prevent excessive frost from returning. If the frost returns and stops the evaporator fan again, schedule refrigerator repair service to have a repair technician examine and repair the problem.