Zanussi Defective Bin Full Control / Continuous Run

Ice maker runs continuously without cycling off, ice bin overfills or ice becomes very hard and frosted.

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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

Bin full sensor not detecting ice, Stuck relay on control board, Mispositioned mechanical shutoff arm, Control software fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before inspecting sensors or boards.

  • Test bin full function: Manually lift the shutoff arm (if fitted) or block the optical sensor with an object to simulate a full bin. The unit should stop. If it does not, the sensor or control board may be faulty.
  • Inspect sensor alignment: Ensure optical sensors face each other correctly and are not loose.
  • Replace faulty sensor: If the sensor never signals full, replace the bin full sensor assembly.
  • Check control board: If the sensor tests good but the unit still runs continuously, the control board relay may be stuck and the board should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ice Bin Full Sensor Assembly / Main Control Board (Zanussi Ice Maker)
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