Kalamera Short Cycling / Control or Sensor Issue

Wine cooler cycles on and off frequently, with short run times.

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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

Temperature sensor located too close to cold air outlet, Oversized unit for small load, Control board hysteresis too narrow, Ambient temperature fluctuations

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

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

Steps:

  • 1. Check sensor location: Ensure the cabinet thermistor is not directly in the path of cold air from the evaporator fan. Relocate slightly if necessary (within design limits).
  • 2. Stabilize environment: Avoid placing the cooler in areas with large temperature swings (near exterior doors, HVAC vents, or windows).
  • 3. Load the cabinet: A nearly empty cooler can short-cycle more. Adding thermal mass (bottles) can help stabilize temperature.
  • 4. Replace sensor if erratic: If the temperature reading jumps rapidly, replace the cabinet thermistor.
  • 5. Control board evaluation: If short cycling persists, the control algorithm on the main board may be faulty and require board replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Temperature Sensor (NTC Thermistor)
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