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Short Cycling / Control or Overload Issue
Compressor short cycles (turns on and off frequently) with minimal cooling.
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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
Faulty temperature sensor causing rapid cycling, Oversensitive overload protector, Control board logic fault, Poor ventilation causing overheating
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug before accessing electrical components.
Steps:
- Improve ventilation: Ensure adequate clearance around the unit and clean the condenser coil.
- Monitor cycling: Note run times. Very short runs (less than 2–3 minutes) suggest control or overload issues.
- Check sensor: Test and replace the cabinet temperature sensor if readings are unstable.
- Inspect overload: Test the compressor overload protector. Replace if it trips at normal operating temperatures.
- Control board: If hardware is good, replace the main control board.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Compressor Overload Protector
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