Whirlpool F4E3 — Refrigerator / Freezer
[ACTIVE]Whirlpool 6th Sense Dual-Cool & Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Diagnostic code F4E3 indicates machine compartment condenser cooling fan failure; compressor overheats and trips thermal protector.
On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform): Lint and pet hair obstructing fan shroud, seized motor bearings, or open 12V DC/120V AC motor winding. Coil resistance: 25–65 Ω.
Disconnect power. Remove rear lower service access panel. Vacuum condenser coils and clear lint from fan shroud. Check supply voltage (12V DC or 120V/230V AC depending on model). If voltage present and blade is clean, replace condenser fan motor. Press and hold the Filter Reset or Alarm Silence touch pad for 5 seconds until the confirmation chime sounds.



