Midea
Harvest Failure / Defrost Timing Issue
Evaporator plate freezes into a solid block of ice and does not release
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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
Faulty harvest heater (if equipped), Defective harvest motor, Ice thickness sensor not triggering, Low refrigerant causing improper release
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit before defrosting or servicing.
- Manual defrost: Allow the unit to sit unplugged with the door open until all ice melts from the evaporator. Do not use sharp tools.
- Clean thickness sensor: Ensure the ice thickness probe is clean and correctly positioned.
- Check harvest mechanism: Inspect the harvest motor and any heater elements for visible damage or disconnected wires.
- Test operation: After defrosting and cleaning, run a cycle and observe harvest. If the slab still does not release, a technician should test the heater, motor, and refrigerant system.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Ice Thickness Sensor
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