Hoover Poor Harvest / Release

Ice sticks to evaporator and does not drop cleanly, requiring manual removal

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

Dirty or scaled evaporator surface,Insufficient hot gas or defrost during harvest,Incorrect water level causing over‑freeze,Faulty harvest sensor

Safety: Unplug the Hoover ice maker before cleaning or servicing.

Clean evaporator: Descale and clean the evaporator plate thoroughly to restore a smooth surface.
Check water level: Ensure the reservoir is not overfilling. Adjust or replace the water level sensor if necessary.
Verify harvest function: Listen for the compressor and hot gas valve operation during harvest. If harvest is very short or absent, the control or valve may be faulty and require service.

Medium 3/5

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