Frigidaire Thermostat / Temperature Control Miscalibration

Wine cooler interior is too cold; wine is over-chilled or partially frozen.

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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 cabinet thermistor, stuck compressor relay on control board, incorrect temperature setting

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before accessing sensors or the control board.

Steps:

  • Verify setpoint: Confirm the temperature setting is appropriate for wine (usually 45–65°F). Adjust upward if needed.
  • Check with a thermometer: Place an accurate thermometer inside to compare actual temperature to the display. A large difference suggests sensor or control issues.
  • Inspect thermistor placement: Ensure the sensor is not directly in the cold air stream or touching the evaporator coil.
  • Replace thermistor if faulty: If resistance readings are out of spec, install a new Frigidaire cabinet temperature sensor.
  • Control board check: If the compressor runs continuously even when the setpoint is reached, the compressor relay on the control board may be stuck and the board should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)
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