WR60X31997 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Ice Box Fan Motor
The WR60X31997 is a genuine GE OEM ice box fan motor assembly for GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, and Café refrigerators. This motor is situated in the freezer section and circulates cold air specifically around the ice box area, playing a direct role in ice production as well as general cooling and airflow in that part of the freezer. Consistent airflow here is what keeps the ice maker producing normally and prevents warm spots from developing nearby.
Rated 12V DC, 0.23A. Common causes of failure include a malfunctioning motor, worn-out bushings that hinder smooth rotation, or damaged fan blades that restrict airflow; mineral buildup can also gradually degrade the fan's efficiency over time. A failing ice box fan produces a recognizable set of symptoms: reduced or inadequate ice production, items in the freezer warming up or defrosting even with the door shut, unusual sounds or vibration when the fan runs, or uneven frost patterns suggesting the airflow in that area isn't circulating properly. It directly replaces PD00071430, 4964240, AP6978662, PS12744140, and EAP12744140.
Quick Answer
The WR60X31997 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Ice Box Fan Motor fixes GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, and Café refrigerators with reduced or inadequate ice production, freezer items warming up despite the door being shut, unusual fan noise or vibration, or uneven frost patterns. 12V DC, 0.23A. Replaces PD00071430, 4964240, AP6978662, PS12744140, EAP12744140.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Reduced or inadequate ice production from the ice maker
- Items in the freezer warming up or partially defrosting even with the door shut
- Unusual sounds or vibrations coming from the ice box fan area
- Uneven frost patterns suggesting ineffective air circulation
- Fan blade that doesn't spin freely, or doesn't spin at all, when checked by hand
- Freezer running less efficiently overall near the ice box area
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 For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.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 ice box fan motor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WR60X31997, 4964240, AP6978662, EAP12744140, Nidec Model G11I12MS1AZ-57, PS12744140, AGE29835, PD00071430
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This ice box fan motor is compatible with select GE refrigerators, and also fits select Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café, Profile, Fisher & Paykel, and Kenmore/Sears refrigerators built on the GE platform, including model numbers such as CQE28DM5NBS5, CVE28DM5NBS5, CVE28DM5NCS5, and CVE28DM5NS5.
Note: This is the ice box fan motor specifically, a different component from GE's general evaporator fan motors used elsewhere in the freezer. 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
- Genuine GE OEM part — factory-specified motor and blade design
- Circulates cold air around the ice box area, supporting ice production and nearby cooling
- Resolves "inadequate ice production," "items warming up," "unusual noise," and "uneven frost" symptoms caused by fan motor failure
- Premium motor coil and quality bearings for smooth, low-noise operation
- Rated 12V DC, 0.23A
- Direct drop-in replacement matching the original mounting and blade fitment
- Replaces PD00071430, 4964240, AP6978662, PS12744140, and EAP12744140
- Compatible with GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café, Profile, Fisher & Paykel, and Kenmore/Sears refrigerators
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
WR60X31997 |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Ice Box Fan Motor Assembly |
| Condition |
Genuine OEM |
| Brand |
GE |
| Location |
Freezer section, ice box area |
| Function |
Circulates cold air to support ice production and cooling near the ice box |
| Voltage |
12V DC |
| Amperage |
0.23 A |
| Quantity |
1 fan motor assembly |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café, Profile, Fisher & Paykel, Kenmore/Sears |
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 the ice box fan by locating the panel or housing covering it in the freezer's ice box area — this may require removing the ice maker or nearby components for clearance depending on your model. Photograph the wiring and the fan blade's orientation before disconnecting anything. Disconnect the motor's wiring harness connector, remove the mounting screws or clips holding the motor bracket in place, and pull the motor and fan blade assembly free. Mount the new WR60X31997 in the same position, reconnect the wiring harness connector, and confirm the blade spins freely by hand without contacting the housing before reassembling any panels or components you removed for access. Restore power and monitor ice production and freezer temperature over the next 24 hours to confirm normal operation has returned. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My ice maker is producing less ice than usual. Could this fan be the cause?
Yes, this is one of the more common symptoms of a failing ice box fan. Since this fan circulates cold air specifically around the ice box area, reduced airflow from a struggling or seized motor can directly slow down ice production, even if the rest of the freezer seems to be cooling normally.
Items near the ice box seem to be warming up even though the freezer door is shut. Is that related?
Yes. If this fan isn't circulating air properly, the area around the ice box can lose consistent cooling even while the rest of the freezer stays cold, since that zone depends specifically on this fan for airflow. This localized warming, paired with reduced ice production, is a strong combined signal pointing to this fan.
Is this the same as a general evaporator fan motor?
No, this is a distinct component. The ice box fan motor circulates air specifically around the ice box area to support ice production and nearby cooling, while a general evaporator fan motor circulates air across the evaporator coil for the freezer and fresh food compartments more broadly. The two serve different roles and are not interchangeable — always confirm which fan your model needs using your parts diagram or model number.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by GE to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original motor design, blade fitment, and mounting configuration of the ice box fan motor originally installed in your refrigerator.
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