Avanti
Intermittent Shutdown / Overheat or Sensor Trip
Avanti ice maker stops making ice even though the bin is not full; restarting the unit temporarily restores operation.
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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
Condenser overheating due to poor ventilation, fan motor intermittent, control board thermal protection, ice level sensor sticking in 'full' position
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug before servicing.
Steps:
- 1. Improve ventilation: Ensure adequate clearance around the unit and that cabinet vents are not blocked.
- 2. Clean condenser coil and fan: Remove dust and debris to reduce operating temperature.
- 3. Check fan operation over time: Observe the fan for several cycles to ensure it does not stop randomly. Replace if intermittent.
- 4. Inspect ice level sensor: Clean and verify free movement or clear IR path so it does not falsely signal 'bin full'.
- 5. Control board: If shutdowns persist after cooling and sensor checks, the main control board may be overheating internally and need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Condenser Fan Motor
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