We recently completed a refrigerator repair in Waynesburg, OH for a customer whose GE refrigerator wasn’t cooling properly. The freezer and ice maker were still working, but the fresh food section had lost cooling entirely. Our diagnosis revealed a failed evaporator fan in the fresh food compartment.
The Problem
The customer reported that their refrigerator was not cooling, but the freezer and ice maker were still working. This symptom pattern typically points to an issue with the fresh food section’s cooling system rather than the main refrigeration components.
Diagnosis
Our inspection revealed that the fresh food evaporator fan had failed. This fan is responsible for circulating cold air throughout the refrigerator compartment, and when it stops working, the fresh food section loses cooling while the freezer continues to operate normally.
The Repair
- Parts replaced: WR60X26866 — Fresh food evaporator fan
- Work performed: Replaced the failed evaporator fan with a new one
- Result: The refrigerator is now operating correctly with proper cooling restored
Is It Worth Repairing?
GE refrigerators are generally well-built appliances that can provide many years of reliable service when properly maintained. A failed evaporator fan is a relatively common repair that’s typically worth addressing, especially on newer models. The PFE29PSDCSS is a quality side-by-side model that should continue operating reliably after this repair.
Maintenance Tips for GE Refrigerators
- Clean the condenser coils every 6 months to prevent the compressor from overworking
- Replace the water filter according to GE’s recommended schedule to maintain proper water flow
- Keep vents clear inside both compartments to ensure proper air circulation
Appliance Repair in Waynesburg, OH
Waynesburg is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, Canton, and Minerva. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.
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