Maytag
Thermostat or Thermistor Misreading / Stuck Cooling Relay
Wine cooler is too cold; bottles or labels are frosting or freezing.
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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 calibration, Shorted sensor wiring
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit before accessing sensors or the control board.
- 1. Verify temperature setting: Ensure the setpoint is appropriate for wine (not at the coldest setting unless intentionally chilling).
- 2. Check with a thermometer: Place an accurate thermometer inside to confirm actual temperature versus display.
- 3. Inspect and test thermistor: Access the cabinet thermistor, check its mounting, and test resistance. Replace if out of spec.
- 4. Evaluate control board: If the sensor is good but the compressor runs excessively, the compressor relay may be stuck closed. Replace the main control board.
- 5. Monitor after repair: Allow 12–24 hours for temperature to stabilize and confirm that overcooling is resolved.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Cabinet Temperature Thermistor
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