Grundig Thermostat / Temperature Control Fault

Freezer runs continuously and temperature is too cold (over-freezing), even at higher setpoint.

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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

Stuck relay on main control PCB, Freezer NTC sensor reading too warm (out of calibration), Shorted sensor wiring, Faulty control algorithm on PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect mains power before accessing controls or sensors.

Steps:

  • Verify set temperature: Ensure the setpoint is not at the coldest setting or in super-freeze mode.
  • Check freezer sensor: Test the freezer NTC sensor resistance and compare to expected values. Replace if out of range.
  • Inspect wiring: Look for shorted or damaged sensor wires that could cause the control to read a higher temperature than actual.
  • Control board: If the sensor is correct but the compressor never cycles off, the compressor relay on the main PCB may be stuck closed. Replace the main control PCB.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Freezer NTC Temperature Sensor
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