Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker F11 Error Fix: Condenser Fan Fault

Error code F11 on the Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker means: Condenser Fan Fault. The condenser fan motor has failed or is not running — this fan cools the condenser coils and compressor; without it, the compressor will overheat and cycle on its thermal overload; the refrigerator will cool poorly and the compressor area will be very hot to the touch; clean dust from the fan blades and motor

The most successful fix is "Replace the Condenser Fan Motor Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Condenser Fan Motor Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Needle-nose pliers.

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker has 8 other known error codes, including: F1 (Defrost Sensor Fault), F10 (Evaporator Fan Fault), F14 (Ice Maker Fault), F15 (Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen), F2 (Fresh Food Compartment Sensor Fault), and 3 more.

Error code F11 also appears on 1 other Fisher & Paykel model: Fisher & Paykel RF170WDRJX5 17.1 cu ft ActiveSmart Bottom Mount Counter Depth Refrigerator with Ice and Water. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.