WR60X10257 (OE) Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor
The WR60X10257 is an OE (Original Equipment) evaporator fan motor, also known as an AC/DC fan motor, for GE and Hotpoint refrigerators. Located at the back of the freezer, this motor circulates air across the evaporator coils, which convert refrigerant into cooling capacity — the fan is what carries that cold air into both the freezer and fresh food compartments.
Rated 115V, 60Hz, 2.4W. Common failure causes include worn motor bearings and general electrical wear. A failing motor produces a recognizable symptom: the freezer may stay reasonably cold while the fresh food section runs warm, since the fresh food compartment depends entirely on this fan to receive circulated cold air. Other symptoms include unusual noise from the freezer or inconsistent cooling overall. It directly replaces 1373246, 200D5001P003, AP4318644, EAP1766252, PS1766252, AH1766252, UDQR002GNL, WR60X10129, AGE29237, and PD00028496.
Quick Answer
The WR60X10257 (OE) Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor fixes GE and Hotpoint refrigerators where the freezer stays cold but the fresh food section runs warm, there's unusual noise from the freezer, or cooling is inconsistent. 115V, 60Hz, 2.4W. Replaces 1373246, 200D5001P003, AP4318644, EAP1766252, PS1766252, AH1766252, UDQR002GNL, WR60X10129, AGE29237, PD00028496. This is a 115V AC-powered motor — a different design from the 9.75V DC evaporator fan motors in our WR60X10074, WR60X10185, and WR60X10318 listings. Always match your original motor's voltage type before ordering.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Freezer stays cold but the fresh food compartment runs warm
- Refrigerator or freezer sections too warm overall
- Unusual noise — humming, buzzing, or grinding — coming from the freezer
- Inconsistent or fluctuating refrigerator temperatures
- Refrigerator running constantly as it struggles to maintain temperature
- Fan blade that doesn't spin freely, or doesn't spin at all, when checked by hand
What Is an OE Part?
OE (Original Equipment) means this part is manufactured by the same original supplier that produces the Genuine OEM version — identical fit, materials, and performance. The only difference is packaging: OE parts ship under our XPARTCO brand rather than the appliance manufacturer's branded box, which is why they can't be listed as Genuine OEM. You get factory-original quality at a more affordable price.
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator evaporator fan motor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WR60X10257, 1373246, 200D5001P003, UDQR002GNL, WR60X10129, AP4318644, EAP1766252, PS1766252, AGE29237, PD00028496
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This evaporator fan motor is compatible with select GE and Hotpoint refrigerators, and also fits select Haier, Monogram, and Café refrigerators built on the GE platform, including model numbers such as ETS22SBPARBS, ETS22SBSARSS, and GTS22FBPBRWW.
Note — 115V AC, not 9.75V DC: This motor is a different design and voltage class from the DC evaporator fan motors used on other GE refrigerator platforms, including our WR60X10074, WR60X10185, and WR60X10318 listings (all 9.75V DC). Check your old motor's voltage rating, printed on the motor itself, before ordering — a DC motor and this AC motor are not interchangeable. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure which fan motor your refrigerator needs.
Key Features
- OE (Original Equipment) evaporator fan motor, also known as an AC/DC fan motor
- Circulates air across the evaporator coils to cool the freezer and fresh food compartments
- Resolves "freezer cold but fridge warm," "unusual noise," and "inconsistent cooling" symptoms caused by fan motor failure
- Rated 115V, 60Hz, 2.4W
- Direct drop-in replacement matching the original mounting and blade fitment
- Replaces 1373246, 200D5001P003, AP4318644, EAP1766252, PS1766252, AH1766252, UDQR002GNL, WR60X10129, AGE29237, and PD00028496
- Compatible with GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, and Café refrigerators
- OE (Original Equipment) — manufactured by the same original supplier as the Genuine OEM part
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
WR60X10257-OE |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor |
| Designation |
OE (Original Equipment) |
| Compatible Brand |
GE |
| Location |
Back of the freezer, over the evaporator coils |
| Voltage |
115V AC |
| Frequency |
60 Hz |
| Wattage |
2.4 W |
| Dimensions |
4"H x 2-3/4"W x 17"D |
| Quantity |
1 fan motor |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting Disconnect power at the outlet before beginning, and move perishable food to a cooler for the duration of the repair. Wear work gloves. Access is typically through the freezer's rear interior panel: remove shelving and bins as needed, then remove the screws securing the back panel to expose the evaporator coil and fan assembly. If there's significant frost or ice around the fan or coil, let the unit sit unplugged with the door open for a few hours, or run a manual defrost, before continuing. Photograph the wiring harness connector and the fan blade's orientation before disconnecting anything. Unplug the wiring harness connector from the old motor, remove the mounting screws or clips holding the motor bracket in place, and pull the motor and fan blade assembly free. Transfer the fan blade to the new motor if a blade isn't included, matching the original orientation. Mount the new WR60X10257 in the same position, reconnect the wiring harness connector fully, and confirm the blade spins freely by hand without contacting the housing before reassembling the back panel. Restore power and monitor both compartments over the next 24 hours to confirm even, consistent cooling has returned. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My freezer is cold but the fridge section is warm. Is this the right part?
Yes, this is a very common and telling symptom pattern. The freezer sits close to the evaporator coil and can stay reasonably cold through proximity even with weakening air circulation, but the fresh food compartment depends entirely on this fan pushing cold air through the ducting to reach it. When the fan motor fails or slows down, the fresh food side is usually the first and most noticeably affected area.
How do I know if I need this 115V motor or one of your DC motors?
Check the voltage rating printed directly on your old motor before ordering. This WR60X10257 is a 115V AC-powered motor, while our WR60X10074, WR60X10185, and WR60X10318 listings are all 9.75V DC motors used on different GE refrigerator generations. The two motor types are not interchangeable, so matching the voltage rating on your original motor is the most reliable way to confirm which one you need.
Is this a genuine OEM part?
This is an OE (Original Equipment) part sold under our XPARTCO brand. OE parts are manufactured by the same original supplier that produces the Genuine OEM part, so the fit, materials, and performance are identical — the difference is that OE parts ship in XPARTCO packaging rather than the appliance manufacturer's branded box, which is why we can't list them as Genuine OEM. This gives you factory-original quality at a more affordable price than the branded version.
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