Amica
Overheating or Thermal Protection Cycling
Ice maker stops after a few cycles and requires manual restart.
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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
Dirty condenser coil, Failing condenser fan, Ambient temperature too high, Compressor overheating
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning or accessing the rear compartment.
- Clean condenser: Vacuum and brush the condenser coil to remove dust and lint.
- Check fan operation: Ensure the condenser fan runs whenever the compressor is on. Replace the fan motor if intermittent.
- Improve ventilation: Move the unit to a cooler location or provide more clearance around it.
- Monitor run time: After cleaning, run the unit and see if it can operate for several hours without stopping. If it still shuts down, the compressor may be failing and needs professional diagnosis.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Condenser Fan Motor
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