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Overheating Electrical Component
Ice maker emits a burning smell or shows signs of overheating components.
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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
Failing fan motor, Loose electrical connection causing arcing, Overloaded wiring, Dust buildup on hot components
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately unplug the unit and do not operate it until inspected. Fire risk is present.
Steps:
- 1. Visual inspection: Remove panels and look for discolored wires, melted insulation, or burnt connectors.
- 2. Check fan motors: Ensure condenser and evaporator fans spin freely and are not overheating. Replace noisy or hot-running motors.
- 3. Tighten connections: With power disconnected, tighten any loose spade or screw terminals on the control board and power block.
- 4. Clean dust: Remove dust from around the compressor and control board to improve cooling.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Condenser Fan Motor
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