Whynter Overcooling – Thermostat or Sensor Fault

Freezer interior is too cold; food is excessively hard and frost builds up quickly

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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 control board, Shorted thermistor reading warm, Incorrect temperature setting, Control board logic failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before accessing sensors or the control board.

Steps:

  • Adjust setpoint: Raise the temperature setting and monitor for 12–24 hours. If no change, continue.
  • Inspect thermistor: Locate the cabinet thermistor and ensure it is not touching the evaporator coil or a very cold surface. Reposition if necessary.
  • Test thermistor: Measure resistance at a known temperature and compare to specifications. Replace if readings are incorrect.
  • Control board: If the compressor runs nearly continuously despite correct sensor readings, the control relay may be stuck. Replace the main control board.

Note: Persistent overcooling can waste energy and damage some stored items; address promptly.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)
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