Silonn Overfreezing / Excessive Ice Thickness

Ice maker produces very large, fused, or misshapen ice that sticks together.

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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

Misadjusted ice thickness sensor, Dirty or shorted thickness probe, Control board harvest timing fault, Evaporator sensor reading too warm

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before adjusting sensors.

Steps to correct oversized ice:

  • Clean evaporator and probe: Remove scale and slime from the evaporator and any ice thickness probe using a soft cloth and vinegar solution.
  • Check sensor position: Ensure the thickness sensor or lever is correctly positioned relative to the evaporator as per the manual.
  • Reset to default: If your Silonn model allows ice size selection, set it to the default or smaller size and test several cycles.
  • Observe harvest: Watch a full cycle to see when the unit attempts to harvest. If it waits too long, the sensor or control board may be misreading.
  • Replace sensor: If cleaning and adjustment do not help, replace the ice thickness sensor.

When to call a professional: Persistent overfreezing after sensor replacement suggests a control board issue that should be handled by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ice Thickness Sensor
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