Gorenje
Excessive Ice Thickness
Ice maker produces ice, but the cubes are too large and may jam the mechanism.
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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
Misadjusted ice thickness sensor, Mineral buildup on thickness probe, Control board not terminating freeze cycle correctly
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the unit before adjusting sensors.
- Clean thickness probe: Remove scale and deposits from the ice thickness sensor using a descaling solution and soft cloth.
- Adjust sensor position: If your Gorenje model allows, adjust the probe closer or further from the evaporator plate according to the service manual to reduce cube size.
- Test cycles: Run several cycles and observe cube size. Fine-tune the adjustment as needed.
- Replace sensor or PCB: If adjustments have no effect, the sensor or control board may be faulty and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Ice Thickness Sensor
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