Not cooling the refrigerator is a real problem for your food and products. It’s better to fix it immediately. There are two possible issues that could give problems with cooling. First - condenser filters are dirty. You must check them. If filters are ok, it might be a second possible issue - condenser fan motor. The condenser fan motor draws air though the condenser coils and over the compressor. If the condenser fan motor is not working properly, the refrigerator won’t cool properly. We have prepared easy instructions on how to replace the condenser fan motor in the refrigerator Sub-Zero 3211rfd and similar models.
- Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
- Pull the refrigerator away from the wall. Remove the screws from the rear compartment cover and then remove the cover.
- Remove the front base screw from the fan motor bracket. Pivot the bracket toward the compressor and remove the rear bracket base screw. Tilt the fan motor bracket toward the condenser and remove the upper mounting screws that hold the condenser fan motor in the bracket. Tilt the motor bracket toward the compressor and remove the fan motor from the bracket. Unplug the fan motor wire harness and pull out the motor. Pull off the fan blade.
- Install the fan blade on the new motor. Plug in the motor wire harness. Position the new motor on the motor bracket and reinstall the upper mounting screws. Reinstall the base bracket screws.
- Position the rear compartment cover on the back of the refrigerator and reinstall the mounting screws.
- Plug in the refrigerator and push the refrigerator back into place.
Done! Condenser fan motor replaced! Now the problem with cooling must be gone. Make some tests. If you feel difficulties with replacing - you can contact our customer support team and arrange an appointment at the convenient time.
