WR60X31522 GE Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor
The WR60X31522 is a OE replacement evaporator fan motor compatible with select GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and Americana top-mount freezer refrigerators. The evaporator fan motor is located at the back of the freezer compartment and circulates air across the evaporator coils — converting the heat from the air into cool air that's then distributed throughout both the freezer and fresh food sections. Without a properly functioning evaporator fan, the refrigerator can't move cold air where it's needed, causing the fresh food and/or freezer sections to warm up, ice to build up on the coils, and the compressor to run continuously trying to compensate.
This 115V AC motor is rated at 60Hz, 3.3W and uses a 2-pin connector plus ground wire. Dimensions are 3-1/4"L x 2-3/8"W x 3-3/8"H, with a harness and plug extending approximately 3-1/2" from the motor. Construction is plastic and metal in marbled white & gray. Note: this listing is for the motor with harness only — the fan blade may need to be transferred from the old motor. It directly replaces WR60X10045, WR60X10046, WR60X10072, WR60X10138, WR60X10141, WR60X10346, WR60X23584, WR60X27646, WR60X28783, WR60X28784, WR60X31122, WR60X31523, 4959523, 197D2038P031, AP6977246, EAP12741350, PD00062864, and PS12741350. Installs in 30–45 minutes with basic hand tools.
Quick Answer
The WR60X31522 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor fixes GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and Americana top-mount freezer refrigerators that aren't cooling properly, have heavy frost buildup on the evaporator coils, run continuously, or are noisy from the freezer compartment. 115V AC, 60Hz, 3.3W. 2-pin connector + ground wire. 3-1/4"L x 2-3/8"W x 3-3/8"H. Marbled white & gray. Replaces WR60X10045, WR60X10046, WR60X10072, WR60X10138, WR60X10141, WR60X10346, WR60X23584, WR60X27646, WR60X28783, WR60X28784, WR60X31122, WR60X31523, 4959523, 197D2038P031, AP6977246, EAP12741350, PD00062864, PS12741350.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Refrigerator fresh food and/or freezer sections not cooling properly
- Heavy frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coils ("Antarctica" frost)
- Loud whining, grinding, or scraping noise from the freezer compartment
- Fan blade not spinning when checked by hand or stiff/seized rotation
- Refrigerator running continuously trying to maintain temperature
- Compressor running but cool air not being circulated
- Motor failing continuity test with a multimeter
- Visible damage to the fan motor or its harness
Replaces Part Numbers
This evaporator fan motor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WR60X31522, WR60X23584, WR60X10141, WR60X10346, WR60X28783, WR60X10045, WR60X10046, WR60X10072, WR60X10138, WR60X27646, WR60X28784, WR60X31122, AGE29819, 115V-60Hz 3.3W, 197D2038P031, FDQR002GSL, PD00062864, AP6977246, PS12741350.
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, Hotpoint, RCA, and Americana refrigerators, typically top-mount freezer units:
- GE top-mount refrigerators (select models)
- GE Profile and Café refrigerators (select models)
- Hotpoint refrigerators (select models)
- RCA refrigerators (select GE-built models)
- Americana refrigerators (select GE-built models)
Note: Some refrigerator models have two evaporator fan motors — one in the fresh food section and one in the freezer section. The WR60X31522 is typically the freezer-section evaporator fan motor on top-mount style refrigerators. Confirm the failed motor's location and that the WR60X31522 part number matches your refrigerator's parts diagram before ordering. Always verify your appliance model number first.
Key Features
- Evaporator fan motor for the freezer compartment of compatible GE/Hotpoint top-mount refrigerators
- Pulls air through the evaporator coils to remove heat and circulate cool air throughout the refrigerator
- 115V AC, 60Hz, 3.3W — correct electrical specifications for compatible GE-platform refrigerators
- 2-pin connector plus ground wire — direct plug-in installation with the included harness
- Dimensions: 3-1/4"L x 2-3/8"W x 3-3/8"H; harness and plug extend approximately 3-1/2" from the motor
- Marbled white & gray plastic and metal construction
- Replaces 18 OEM and aftermarket cross-reference part numbers including WR60X10045, WR60X10141, WR60X23584, WR60X27646, WR60X28783, WR60X31122, and PS12741350
- Compatible with GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and Americana refrigerators (top-mount freezer units)
- Genuine OEM part manufactured by GE to factory specifications — guaranteed fit and performance
- DIY repair — installs in 30–45 minutes with basic hand tools
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
WR60X31522-OE |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor (Freezer Section) |
| Condition |
OE Replacement |
| Application |
Top-Mount Freezer Refrigerators (GE platform) |
| Voltage |
115V AC |
| Frequency |
60 Hz |
| Wattage |
3.3W |
| Connector |
2-pin connector plus ground wire |
| Dimensions |
3-1/4"L x 2-3/8"W x 3-3/8"H |
| Harness Length |
Approximately 3-1/2" from motor |
| Color |
Marbled White & Gray / Gray |
| Material |
Plastic / Metal |
| Includes |
Evaporator fan motor with harness and plug (fan blade may need to be transferred from old motor) |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Americana |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator and Move Perishable Food Before Starting — Wear Work Gloves 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 is located at the back of the freezer compartment, behind an interior access panel. Remove the freezer shelves and any internal components blocking access to the rear panel. Remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place to expose the evaporator coils and fan motor. Photograph the wire connections and fan blade orientation before disconnecting. Disconnect the 2-pin wire harness connector and the ground wire from the old motor. Note the orientation of the fan blade on the motor shaft — the blade typically presses onto the shaft and may need to be transferred to the new motor. Remove the mounting screws or release the motor from its mounting bracket, and pull the old motor free. Carefully transfer the fan blade to the new WR60X31522 motor in the same orientation (or use a new blade if you have one). Install the new motor in the same position, reconnect the wire harness and ground wire, and reinstall the access panel and shelves. Plug the refrigerator back in and allow several hours for the unit to return to its set temperature before reloading with food. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, 1/4" nut driver, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if the evaporator fan motor has failed?
The most common symptoms are: the refrigerator or freezer is warmer than its set temperature even though the compressor sounds like it's running normally; heavy frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coils behind the freezer access panel ("Antarctica" frost); and loud whining, grinding, or scraping noise from the freezer area. To confirm: unplug the refrigerator, remove the rear freezer access panel, and try turning the fan blade by hand. If it doesn't spin freely or is stiff/seized, the motor bearing has failed. You can also test for motor continuity with a multimeter — no continuity confirms electrical failure.
My refrigerator has two evaporator fans — which one does this replace?
Some refrigerator models have two evaporator fan motors — one in the fresh food section and one in the freezer section. The WR60X31522 is typically the freezer-section evaporator fan motor on top-mount style GE and Hotpoint refrigerators. If your symptom is "freezer not cooling properly" or "frost on freezer coils," this is the correct part. If your symptom is specifically "fresh food section warm while freezer is fine" on a French door refrigerator, you may need a different fan motor — contact our support team with your model number to confirm.
Does this motor come with the fan blade?
No — the WR60X31522 listing is for the motor with harness and plug only. The fan blade is typically transferred from the old motor: carefully pull it off the old motor shaft (it presses on, no hardware needed), and press it onto the new motor shaft in the same orientation. If your old fan blade is damaged or cracked, it should be replaced separately. Installing the blade in the wrong direction will reverse the airflow and reduce cooling performance.
What's the difference between the WR60X31522 (115V AC) and DC motors like the WR60X10209 or WR60X26866?
GE refrigerators use different fan motor technologies across model generations. The WR60X31522 is a 115V AC motor with a 2-pin connector plus ground — used in many GE and Hotpoint top-mount freezer refrigerators. The WR60X10209 and WR60X26866 are DC voltage motors (around 11–14V DC) used in newer GE French door refrigerators with electronic control boards that supply variable DC voltage for energy-efficient variable-speed fan operation. These are not interchangeable — always verify the correct part number for your specific refrigerator model before ordering.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a Genuine OEM part manufactured by GE to factory specifications. It is the exact same evaporator fan motor installed in compatible GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and Americana refrigerators from the factory — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance.
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