H1
Fagor High Temperature Sensor Over-Range Fault

Wine cooler displays H1 and stops cooling; may indicate high temperature or sensor over-range.

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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

Cabinet sensor reading extremely high due to failure, Sensor shorted to hot component, Control board misinterpretation of sensor signal, Actual extreme ambient temperature around unit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect power before testing sensors or boards.

Checks:

  • Verify ambient temperature: Ensure the cooler is not installed in a location exceeding the manufacturer's maximum ambient temperature (often around 32–38°C).
  • Inspect sensor routing: Access the interior rear panel and locate the cabinet sensor. Confirm its wiring is not touching hot components like the condenser line or compressor discharge tube.
  • Test sensor: Measure resistance at room temperature and compare to expected NTC values. A very low resistance (near short) can cause an H1 error. Replace the sensor if readings are abnormal.
  • Check for wiring shorts: Inspect the harness for melted insulation or contact with metal edges that could short the wires.
  • Replace main PCB: If the sensor and wiring are correct but H1 persists, the control board may be misreading the sensor and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet NTC Temperature Sensor
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