Antarctic Star Cycle Interruption / Protection Trip

Ice maker starts a cycle then stops after a few minutes without making ice

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.

Possible Causes

Overheating control board, faulty temperature sensor, unstable power supply, internal thermal fuse opening intermittently

Safety: Unplug before opening panels.

Steps:

Ventilation: Ensure good airflow around the unit and clean the condenser and fan.
Check sensors: Inspect ambient and evaporator sensors for loose connections as described in E1/E2 entries.
Stable power: Avoid using power strips or thin extension cords. Plug directly into a wall outlet.
Board inspection: Look for heat discoloration on the control board. If present, the board may need replacement.

Medium 3/5

Main Control Board

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