Amana Thermostat or temperature control failure

Wine cooler is too cold; wine or beverages are freezing

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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

Stuck-closed thermostat (mechanical models), Faulty temperature sensor reading too warm, Main control board not cycling compressor off, Incorrect temperature setting

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before accessing controls or sensors.

  • Verify temperature setting: Confirm the setpoint is appropriate for wine storage (typically 45–65°F). Adjust upward if set too low.
  • Check sensor placement: Ensure the cabinet thermistor is properly mounted and not touching the evaporator coil directly, which can cause false readings.
  • Test mechanical thermostat (if equipped): For dial-controlled Amana models, turn the thermostat from coldest to warmest and listen for a click. Lack of a click may indicate a stuck thermostat that needs replacement.
  • Replace faulty sensor or thermostat: If the thermistor tests out of spec or the thermostat is stuck, install the correct Amana replacement part.
  • Control board evaluation: If the compressor runs continuously despite correct sensor readings and settings, the main control board relay may be stuck and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Thermostat or Cabinet Thermistor
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