Ivation Short Cycling / Control Instability

Unit cycles on and off very frequently (short cycling).

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.

Possible Causes

Temperature sensor located too close to cold air outlet, Oversensitive control algorithm, Dirty condenser causing rapid overheating, Incorrect installation near heat sources

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug before moving sensors or cleaning coils.

Steps:

Check installation: Move the Ivation cooler away from ovens, dishwashers, or direct sunlight.
Clean condenser: Remove dust from condenser coils and ensure the condenser fan runs properly.
Inspect sensor placement: Ensure the cabinet thermistor is not directly in the cold air stream from the evaporator. If it is, reposition slightly as per Ivation’s design (usually clipped to the wall, not hanging in airflow).

If short cycling continues, the control board may be faulty and require replacement.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)

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