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  1. June 9th, 2012, 03:32 PM #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by rickgburton View Post
    See if the compressor is running by placing your hand on top of the compressor and feel for vibration.
    Is the condensor fan motor running?
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    ​So, is this a repair I can do (total novice) or repairman or better to replace?
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  3. June 10th, 2012, 10:09 AM #13
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    Three screws and you're done:
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    SWEET!! Thank you so much!

    My next problem is that the ice maker doesn't work. I'll wait till I do this repair before I look at that.
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  5. June 16th, 2012, 02:04 AM #15
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    Default I repaired my refrigerator!!

    I repaired my refrigerator!! I replaced the condenser fan motor and lived to tell about it!

    I don't know what I did, but my ice maker which has not worked in two years is making ice.
    I had no idea that I was that good.

    Thank you, Rick!
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    Awesome! Good job!
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    I was successful replacing the fan motor. I'm able to remove the ice maker and back wall of freezer to de-ice as needed. BUT can I stop this cycle of the ice melting that causes water to pour into the fridge part. The ice eventually blocks the openings between the fridge and freezer. That's when I start losing food. Never have a problem with the freezer working, but obviously the air flow gets blocked and the fridge section doesn't get cold enough. Of course, it's best to de-ice before I get to that point. This is a continuous problem and I really don't want to buy a new one right now.
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    Clean the drain line out with very hot water and that should fix it.

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    Thanks! I'll try it.
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