Fairland Excessive Coil Icing

Visible frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coil or around the base of the unit during operation.

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

Low ambient temperature with inadequate defrost, Restricted airflow across coil, Low refrigerant charge, Faulty defrost sensor or algorithm

Safety: Ice can be slippery; avoid standing water around the unit.

Steps:

Clear airflow: Remove obstructions and clean the coil fins.
Allow defrost: Turn the unit off and let the ice melt completely. Do not use sharp tools to remove ice.
Check operating limits: Ensure you are operating the Fairland heater within its specified minimum ambient temperature.

If icing recurs frequently:

A technician should check refrigerant charge, defrost sensor, and control settings.

Medium 3/5

Evaporator Coil / Defrost Sensor

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