EVAPORATOR FAN DOES NOT RUN, CAUSING INADEQUATE COLD-AIR CIRCULATION
Danby Refrigerator Evaporative Fan Motor 1.01.06.01.051R, Fixes Evaporator fan does not run, causing inadequate cold-air circulation
Danby evaporative fan motor documented for specified Danby refrigerator and upright-freezer models.
Part 1.01.06.01.051RDanby
Danby evaporative fan motor documented for specified Danby refrigerator and upright-freezer models.
Is This the Right Part?
Part Number1.01.06.01.051R
ManufacturerDanby
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Part TypeEvaporative Fan Motor
Common Symptoms
- Refrigerator or freezer compartment becomes warmer than expected.
- Uneven temperatures or reduced airflow from the vents.
- Fan noise, intermittent operation, or no fan sound while the compressor is running.
- Frost or ice around the fan can obstruct rotation and mimic a motor failure.
Check Before Replacing
- Disconnect power before accessing the fan area.
- Confirm the appliance is calling for cooling and listen for evaporator-fan operation; do not assume a silent fan proves the motor is defective.
- With power disconnected, visually check for ice, debris, or a displaced fan blade obstructing rotation.
- Inspect the motor connector and wiring for visible looseness, damage, or corrosion.
- If the fan remains inoperative after obstruction and connection checks, use the applicable model service procedure or a qualified technician to distinguish the motor from a control, wiring, or defrost-system fault.
Pro Tip
A fan that is blocked by frost may produce the same temperature symptoms as a failed motor; check for visible ice or obstruction before replacing the motor.
Part Details
Part Number1.01.06.01.051R
Part TypeEvaporative Fan Motor
ManufacturerDanby
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Primary FunctionDrives the evaporator fan that circulates cold air across the evaporator and through the refrigerator/freezer compartments.
Key Features
- Danby evaporative fan motor.
- Listed by Danby Appliance Parts as SKU 1.01.06.01.051R.
- Documented for selected Danby refrigerator and upright-freezer parts lists in the trusted archive.
- Sold as a genuine Danby replacement part through Parts Town.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before installation or connector handling.
- Install only after confirming the replacement matches the appliance model and existing connector.
- Keep the fan blade clear of ice, wiring, and surrounding panels.
- Reconnect the motor harness securely and confirm that wiring cannot contact the rotating blade.
- If ice buildup caused the failure, the underlying defrost or airflow problem may also require service.
Verified Compatible Models
DAR170A3BSLDD, DAR170A3WDD, DUF167A2BSLDD, DUF167A2WDD, DUF167A3BSLDD, DUF167A3WDD, DUF167A4BSLDD, DUF167A4WDD
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