Scotsman Short Cycling

Unit short cycles, turning on and off frequently

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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 causing high pressure trips, faulty control board, unstable power supply, defective thermostat or sensor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before inspecting internal components.

  • Clean condenser and ensure airflow: Overheating can cause safety switches to trip and reset.
  • Check sensors: Inspect thermistors and bin controls for loose connections causing intermittent signals.
  • Monitor power: Verify stable voltage at the unit. Fluctuations can cause control resets.
  • Control board: If mechanical and electrical issues are ruled out, the control board may be malfunctioning and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Control Board
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