IceKing Premature Cycle Termination

IceKing ice maker starts a cycle then shuts off after a short time without making ice.

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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

Overheating due to blocked vents, Faulty temperature sensor, Control board fault, Door/bin switch opening during cycle

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning or inspecting sensors.

Step-by-step checks:

  • 1. Ensure ventilation: Confirm that air vents are clear and the unit has proper clearance.
  • 2. Check door/bin switch: Make sure the bin door stays fully closed during operation and the door switch is not loose.
  • 3. Inspect sensors: Check wiring to the evaporator and ambient thermistors for damage or loose connections.
  • 4. Reset unit: Unplug for 5 minutes, then restart. If the issue repeats, a sensor or control board may be faulty.

When to call a technician: A technician can read sensor values and determine whether the control board or sensors need replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Evaporator Thermistor
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