E16
Adler
Ambient Thermistor Fault
Adler ice maker displays E16; unit stops and indicates an ambient temperature sensor error.
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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
Failed Adler ambient thermistor, Disconnected thermistor harness, Shorted or open thermistor circuit, Control board sensor input fault
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing sensors.
- Locate ambient sensor: Find the Adler ambient thermistor, typically mounted near the air intake or control compartment.
- Inspect wiring: Check that the thermistor harness is securely connected and not damaged.
- Measure resistance: At room temperature, test the thermistor with a multimeter and compare to Adler specifications. Infinite or zero resistance indicates failure.
- Replace thermistor: Install a new Adler ambient thermistor if readings are out of range, routing the wire away from hot or moving parts.
- Reset and test: Restore power and verify that E16 clears and the unit operates normally.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Adler Ambient Thermistor
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