Miele Thermostat / Temperature Control Failure

Wine cooler runs constantly and is too cold; bottles may be frosting or labels damp.

Advertisements

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.

Advertisements

Possible Causes

Shorted cabinet temperature sensor, Stuck relay on main control board, Incorrect temperature calibration, Air leak causing control to overcool

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing sensors or the control board.

  • 1. Verify settings:
    • Check that the set temperature is appropriate for wine storage and that SuperCool or similar boost modes are off.
  • 2. Check door seal:
    • Inspect the door gasket for gaps, tears, or debris.
    • Close the door on a sheet of paper; it should hold firmly all around.
  • 3. Inspect cabinet sensor:
    • Locate and visually inspect the cabinet temperature sensor for damage or dislodging.
  • 4. Power reset:
    • Unplug for 10 minutes, then restore power and monitor behavior.
  • 5. If overcooling persists:
    • The sensor may be out of range or the control relay stuck closed.
    • Replacing the cabinet temperature sensor is the first step; if that fails, the main control board likely needs replacement by a technician.
Advertisements

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Cabinet Temperature Sensor (NTC)
Check Price on Amazon

We may earn a commission from links on this page.

Advertisements