DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the condenser fan motor on a Frigidaire refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the motor is if the refrigerator is not cooling properly.
All of the information for this refrigerator motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Arctic Air, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse
Tools needed: 1/4" socket, 5/16" socket
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the condenser fan motor in your refrigerator be sure to unplug the power cord
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Shut off the water supply.
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Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw securing the water supply line retainer to the rear panel.
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Detach the water supply line from the inlet valve.
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Next, unthread the remaining screws securing the rear access panel.
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Note the orientation of the condenser fan motor blade then push it off of the motor shaft.
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Next, disconnect the motor wire connecter.
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Use a 5/16th inch socket to unthread the screws securing the motor to the mounting bracket.
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Install the new condenser fan motor by aligning it on the mounting bracket then thread and tighten the screws to secure.
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Connect the wire connecter.
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Now align the fan blade on the motor shaft and push it into position.
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Reposition the rear access panel and secure it with the screws.
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Reattach the water supply line to the inlet valve.
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Secure the line to the rear panel with the retainer.
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With the repair completed turn the water supply back on
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Plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.