{"product_id":"wr60x26866-refrigerator-genuine-oem-axial-evaporator-motor","title":"WR60X26866 Refrigerator Genuine OEM Axial Evaporator Motor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;600;700;900\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pom { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; color: #1e293b; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .pom *, .pom *::before, .pom *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pom h2 { font-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-card-blue { background: #eff6ff; border-color: #bfdbfe; }\n  .pom-card-green { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0; }\n  .pom-qa { background: #eff6ff; border-left: 4px solid #1e40af; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-qa-label { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e40af; margin: 0 0 6px; }\n  .pom ul { margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none; }\n  .pom ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom ul li::before { content: \"\"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 9px; width: 7px; height: 7px; border-radius: 50%; background: #1e40af; }\n  .pom-list-green li::before { background: #15803d; }\n  .pom-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr { border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pom-specs-table td { padding: 9px 4px; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:first-child { color: #1e293b; width: 45%; font-style: italic; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:last-child { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; }\n  .pom-warning { background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-warning strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; }\n  .pom-faq-item { margin-bottom: 16px; padding-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 0; padding-bottom: 0; }\n  .pom-faq-q { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom-faq-a { font-size: 15px; color: #334155; margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-top: 14px; }\n  .pom-badge { background: #f0fdf4; border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; color: #15803d; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; }\n  .pom p { margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWR60X26866 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Axial Evaporator Fan Motor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WR60X26866 is a Genuine OEM GE replacement axial evaporator fan motor manufactured by GE to factory specifications, designed as a direct fit for the fresh food section of select GE French door refrigerators, including the CFE28, CFE29, CWE23, CYE22, CYE23, DFE28, DFE29, GFD28, GFE26, GFE27, GFE28, GFE29, GFS26, GFS28, GNE26, GNE29, GYE22, GYS22, PFD28, PFE28, PFE29, PWE23, PYD22, PYE22, PYE23, and ZWE23 series. The evaporator fan motor pulls air through the evaporator coils to remove heat from the circulating air inside the refrigerator. Without a functioning evaporator fan, the refrigerator compartment cannot maintain its target temperature even when the compressor and condenser are running normally — the cold air generated at the evaporator simply isn't being circulated to the food storage areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WR60X26866 is a DC motor rated at 13.6V DC, 0.16A, with a fan housing measuring 3-4\/7\"L x 2\"W x 3-1\/8\"H, plus a multi-color wire harness and plug approximately 11-1\/2\" long. It includes the axial fan blade and harness as a complete assembly. It directly replaces WR60X26033, WR60X26030, WR60X24303, WR60X10341, WR60X10356, WR60X10357, WR02X13733, 239D1412P006, V80E14MS2A3-57A611, 8817V-W1, 4546026, AP5985039, AP6278228, EAP12172983, PD00038765, PS11721915, and PS12172983. Important: if your refrigerator was built between May 2014 and March 2015 with serial range FF–HD, the unit's software must be updated before installing this fan motor — see FAQ below. Installs in 20–30 minutes with basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWR60X26866 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Axial Evaporator Fan Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes GE French door refrigerators where the fridge isn't cooling but the freezer is cold, the evaporator coils are frosted over, the ice maker isn't working due to insufficient cooling, or there's loud humming or grinding from the freezer area. Axial fan motor, 13.6V DC, 0.16A. Fan housing: 3-4\/7\"L x 2\"W x 3-1\/8\"H; harness ~11-1\/2\"L. Replaces WR60X26033, WR60X26030, WR60X24303, WR60X10341, WR60X10356, WR60X10357, WR02X13733, 239D1412P006, V80E14MS2A3-57A611, 8817V-W1, 4546026, AP5985039, AP6278228, EAP12172983, PD00038765, PS11721915, PS12172983. \u003cem\u003eNote: May 2014 – Mar 2015 build refrigerators (serial range FF–HD) require a software update before installation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerator not cooling properly while the freezer remains cold — classic evaporator fan failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreezer cold but fridge warm — fresh food compartment air not being circulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrosty or frozen evaporator coils due to insufficient air circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce maker failure caused by inadequate cooling in the compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoud humming, grinding, or buzzing noise from the freezer or fresh food compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerator running continuously without reaching set temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFan blade not spinning freely or seized when checked by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultimeter shows no continuity through the motor windings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis evaporator fan motor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 15px; color: #0f172a; font-weight: bold; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003eWR60X26866, WR02X13733, WR60X10341, WR60X10356, WR60X10357, WR60X24303, WR60X26030, WR60X26033, V80E14MS2A3-57A611, 8817V W1, 239D1412P006, PD00038765, FIX12172983, AGE29673, AP6278228, PS12172983.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eIf your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis evaporator fan motor is compatible with select \u003cstrong\u003eGE French door refrigerators\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pom-list-green\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — CFE28, CFE29, CWE23, CYE22, CYE23 series (CFE28TP2MBS1, CFE28USHNSS, CWE23SP2MBS1, CYE22TP2MBS1 and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — DFE28, DFE29 series (DFE28JELCDS and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — GFD28, GFE26, GFE27, GFE28, GFE29 series (GFD28GBLBTS, GFE26GGHEBB and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — GFS26, GFS28, GNE26, GNE29 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — GYE22, GYS22 series (GYE22HMKEES and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — PFD28, PFE28, PFE29 series (PFE28KELFDS and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — PWE23 series (PWE23KSKDSS and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — PYD22, PYE22, PYE23 series (PYE22KSKBSS and related)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGE refrigerators — ZWE23 series and select related Café and Profile French door models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 15px; color: #991b1b; background: #fef2f2; border-left: 4px solid #dc2626; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant — Software Update Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your GE refrigerator was manufactured between \u003cstrong\u003eMay 2014 and March 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e with a serial number in the range \u003cstrong\u003eFF–HD\u003c\/strong\u003e, the refrigerator's control software must be updated by GE factory service (or via Software Update Module WR98R882802) \u003cem\u003ebefore\u003c\/em\u003e installing this fan motor. Installing the new motor without the software update on these affected units may result in improper performance. Check your refrigerator's serial number plate before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxial evaporator fan motor for the fresh food section of GE French door refrigerators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePulls air through the evaporator coils to remove heat and circulate cold air through the refrigerator compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC motor — rated 13.6V DC, 0.16A — runs on DC voltage from the refrigerator control board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the axial fan blade and pre-attached multi-color wire harness with plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFan housing dimensions: 3-4\/7\"L x 2\"W x 3-1\/8\"H; harness and plug approximately 11-1\/2\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuiet operation — engineered to minimize hum and vibration in the refrigerator cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic and metal construction, black housing with multi-color harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces an extensive list of GE part numbers including WR60X26033, WR60X26030, WR60X24303, WR60X10341, WR60X10356, WR60X10357, and additional cross-references\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with GE, GE Café, and GE Profile French door refrigerators in the CFE, CWE, CYE, DFE, GFD, GFE, GFS, GNE, GYE, GYS, PFD, PFE, PWE, PYD, PYE, and ZWE series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM part manufactured by GE to factory specifications — guaranteed fit and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY repair — installs in 20–30 minutes with basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWR60X26866\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor (Fresh Food \/ Axial)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine OEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE French Door Refrigerators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.6V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.16A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFan Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFan Housing Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4\/7\"L x 2\"W x 3-1\/8\"H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarness Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 11-1\/2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack housing with multi-color harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic \/ Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxial fan motor assembly with harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware Update Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor May 2014 – Mar 2015 builds (serial range FF–HD) — use WR98R882802\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE, GE Café, GE Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator and Move Perishable Food Before Starting — Wear Work Gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the refrigerator and safely store any food that could spoil while the power is off. Wear work gloves to protect your hands. The evaporator fan motor for the fresh food section is mounted on the back wall of the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment, behind an access panel. Take a photo of the existing fan position and wire harness routing before disconnecting. Remove the shelves and any internal components blocking access to the back wall, then remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place. Disconnect the fan motor's wire harness connector and remove the mounting screws securing the old motor. Note the fan blade orientation on the motor shaft. Install the new WR60X26866 motor assembly in the same position with the blade facing the same direction, reconnect the wiring harness, and reinstall the mounting screws and access panel. Replace the shelves and other internal components, restore power, and confirm the fan spins and the refrigerator cools properly. Allow several hours for the refrigerator to return to its set temperature before reloading with food. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, 1\/4\" nut driver, work gloves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eMy fridge is warm but my freezer is cold — is the evaporator fan motor the problem?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eYes — this is one of the most recognizable symptoms of evaporator fan motor failure on GE French door refrigerators with a separate fresh food evaporator. The freezer side has its own cooling circuit and remains cold, while the fresh food side relies on this fan to circulate air across its evaporator coils. When the fan fails, the freezer continues working but the fresh food compartment loses its cold air supply, warming up while the freezer stays at temperature. If you also notice frost building up on the evaporator coils behind the back panel of the fresh food compartment, the fan failure is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the software update requirement for May 2014 – March 2015 refrigerators?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eGE issued a software update for certain refrigerators manufactured between May 2014 and March 2015 (serial range FF–HD) before they could properly support newer revisions of the WR60X26866 evaporator fan motor. If your refrigerator falls in this date and serial range, the control software must be updated before installing this fan motor — either by GE factory service or by using the Software Update Module part WR98R882802. Installing the new fan on an unupdated unit can result in improper performance. Check the serial number plate inside your refrigerator (typically on the left side wall) to confirm whether your unit is affected. Refrigerators built outside this range do not require the update.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I test if the evaporator fan motor has failed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eUnplug the refrigerator, then access the fan behind the rear panel of the fresh food compartment. First, try turning the fan blade by hand — if it doesn't spin freely, is stiff, or seizes, the motor bearing has failed. Next, listen during normal operation — if the motor is unusually noisy or makes a grinding sound, the bearings are worn even if it still spins. Finally, with the unit unplugged and the motor disconnected, use a multimeter on the motor windings to check for continuity. If the windings show no continuity, the motor has failed electrically. Also check for approximately 11–14V DC at the connector when the refrigerator is running — if voltage is present but the motor doesn't spin, the motor has failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eMy fridge has two evaporator fans — which one does this replace?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eSome GE French door refrigerators have separate evaporator fan motors for the freezer and the fresh food sections. The WR60X26866 is the fresh food evaporator fan motor — it's the axial fan located behind the rear panel of the fresh food compartment, not in the freezer. If your symptom is \"freezer cold, fridge warm,\" this is the correct part. If your symptom is \"freezer warm\" or \"ice maker not making ice but fridge is fine,\" the freezer evaporator fan motor (a different part number) is more likely the cause. Confirm which compartment has the cooling problem before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis is a Genuine OEM part manufactured by GE to factory specifications. It is the exact same axial evaporator fan motor installed in compatible GE, GE Café, and GE Profile French door refrigerators from the factory — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA U.S.-based appliance parts retailer specializing in genuine OEM and high-quality replacement parts. We stock components for all major appliance brands and offer fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. 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