Magic Chef Bin Full Shutoff Failure

Ice maker runs continuously and overfills the bin with 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

Failed ice level sensor stuck in 'empty' state, Broken bin arm, Shorted sensor wiring, Faulty control board input

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before servicing. Do not allow ice to block ventilation.

  • Inspect bin arm/sensor: Check for broken or disconnected bin arm or sensor components.
  • Test sensor function: Manually actuate the bin arm or block the optical sensor and see if the unit stops (with appropriate safety precautions). If it does not, the sensor may be faulty.
  • Check wiring: Look for shorted or pinched wires between the sensor and control board.
  • Replace sensor or board: Replace the ice level sensor if defective. If a known‑good sensor does not correct the issue, the control board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ice Level Sensor
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