Ariston Thermostat Stuck Closed / Sensor Misreading

Freezer overcooling; temperature much lower than set, excessive frost on food.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Defective electronic thermostat, Shorted temperature sensor, Control board output stuck on, Sensor not properly mounted

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing the control panel or sensors.

  • Verify setpoint: Check that the temperature is not set too low (e.g., below -24°C). Adjust to a normal setting around -18°C.
  • Inspect sensor placement: Ensure the sensor is not directly touching the evaporator or a very cold surface unless designed to do so.
  • Power reset: Unplug for 10 minutes, then reconnect and monitor if the compressor cycles off when the set temperature is reached.

When to call a technician: If the compressor runs almost continuously and temperature remains far below setpoint, the thermostat circuit or control board likely needs replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Electronic Thermostat
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