Antarctic Star
No Power / Dead Appliance
Wine cooler will not power on at all; no lights, no display, no sound.
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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
Tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse, Faulty power cord, Failed main control PCB power supply, Loose internal power connections
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Ensure the outlet is safe and not overloaded. Unplug the unit before opening any panels.
- Check outlet and breaker: Test the outlet with another device and reset any tripped breakers or GFCI outlets.
- Inspect power cord: Look for cuts, burns, or kinks. Replace the power cord if damaged.
- Access main control PCB: Remove the rear panel and inspect the board for burnt components or loose connectors.
- Check internal fuse: Some Antarctic Star boards have an onboard fuse. Test and replace the PCB fuse if blown, but investigate why it blew.
- Replace main control PCB: If power is present at the board input but nothing powers on, replace the main control PCB.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Main Control PCB
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