Unit emits a burning smell or visible smoke during operation.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately unplug the ice maker. Do not attempt to restart it until the cause is identified. If smoke is heavy, ventilate the area.
Steps:
- 1. Visual inspection: After the unit cools, remove covers and look for charred components, melted plastic, or burnt wiring.
- 2. Identify failed part: Common sources include the main control board, water pump, fan motor, or compressor start components.
- 3. Replace damaged components: Any visibly burnt part must be replaced with the correct Vremi replacement. Do not tape over or ignore burnt wiring.
Warning: Because fire risk is involved, if you are unsure of the damage extent, have a professional technician inspect the unit.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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