Fagor Evaporator Over‑Icing

Evaporator plate ices up excessively and does not defrost properly between cycles.

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

Insufficient harvest heat, Failed evaporator heater (if equipped), Scale buildup on plate, Faulty evaporator thermistor

Safety: Unplug the unit. Do not use sharp tools to remove ice.

Manually defrost: Allow the unit to sit off with the door open until all ice melts, or use warm air to speed the process.
Descale evaporator: After defrosting, run a descaling cycle to remove mineral buildup.
Check heater (if present): Test the evaporator heater for continuity and replace if open.
Verify thermistor: Ensure the evaporator thermistor is functioning and correctly positioned.

Medium 3/5

Evaporator Heater Element

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