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Fault Diagnosis

Fan Motor Failure

Evaporator or condenser fan failure stops heat transfer — the room warms even though the compressor may still run.

Likely Causes

What Causes Fan Motor Failure

  • 01Burnt fan motor windings
  • 02Seized fan motor bearings
  • 03Broken or unbalanced fan blades
  • 04Failed fan capacitor
  • 05Fan relay or control board fault
  • 06Ice or debris obstructing the fan
On-Site Checks

How We Diagnose It

  1. 01Test fan motor windings and capacitor
  2. 02Check bearings and blade condition
  3. 03Verify fan relay and control signal
  4. 04Clear ice and debris from the fan
  5. 05Confirm correct fan direction and airflow
Take Action

Speak to a Reyds Technician

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FAQ

Fan Motor Failure — FAQ

What causes fan motor failure?

Common causes include burnt fan motor windings, seized fan motor bearings, broken or unbalanced fan blades. We confirm the specific cause through structured testing before replacing any parts.

Is fan motor failure an emergency?

If it affects product temperature, treat it as an emergency. Call or WhatsApp 069 268 0988 and we dispatch a technician with interim stock-saving steps.

Do you repair this fault across Gauteng?

Yes — across all ten Gauteng districts and their suburbs, with 24/7 response.