Neff
Thermostat / Temperature Sensor Misreading
The refrigerator runs continuously and is too cold; food is freezing in the fridge compartment.
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
Faulty fridge compartment NTC sensor, sensor not properly clipped to the wall or air channel, main control board miscalibration, or temperature set too low.
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug before accessing sensors or control boards.
Steps:
- Check settings: Ensure the fridge temperature is set to around +4°C. Avoid the coldest setting unless necessary.
- Sensor placement: Locate the fridge NTC sensor and confirm it is correctly positioned in its holder and not touching the evaporator directly.
- Test sensor: If you have a multimeter, measure the sensor's resistance and compare it to the specifications. Replace if it is out of range.
- Control reset: Disconnect power for 10 minutes to reset the control. If overcooling persists with a good sensor, the main PCB may be faulty and require replacement.
Advertisements
Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Fridge Compartment NTC Temperature Sensor
Check Price on Amazon
We may earn a commission from links on this page.
Advertisements