Hotpoint Short Cycling

Ice maker cycles on and off frequently without producing much ice.

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

Overheating due to dirty condenser, Faulty temperature sensor, Control board misreading sensor data, Poor ventilation around unit

Safety: Unplug before cleaning or accessing sensors.

Clean condenser: Remove dust and lint from the condenser coils and ensure the condenser fan is working correctly.
Improve airflow: Move the unit away from walls or heat sources and ensure that all vents are not blocked.
Check sensors: Inspect and test evaporator and ambient thermistors. Replace them if they are out of specification.

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

Medium 3/5

Evaporator Thermistor

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