How to Fix Whirlpool Refrigerator Error Er 9F

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⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.

Error Code: Refrigerator Difficulty: Easy

Problem: Condenser fan stall detected – fan motor locked during operation

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How to Fix Refrigerator Error

Unplug refrigerator immediately to prevent fan motor burnout.
Pull unit away from wall and remove rear access panel.
Inspect condenser fan blade for obstructions (pet hair, packaging material, dust bunnies).
Remove all obstructions carefully without damaging fan blades.
Manually spin fan blade – should rotate freely without binding or grinding noise.
Clean condenser coils thoroughly with coil brush to prevent future obstructions.
Disconnect fan wiring harness and measure resistance across motor terminals (should read 50-200 ohms).
Inspect fan motor bearings for seized condition – should rotate smoothly by hand.
If motor resistance is good and obstructions removed but fan still stalls, replace condenser fan motor WPW
After replacement, verify fan runs continuously during compressor operation without stalling.

OEM Part #: WPW10617423

Estimated Market Price: $35

If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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