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HMBC58ST Magic Chef Beverage Center freezing

deltron

Member
Joined
Nov 12, 2022
Messages
1
Location
Canada
Model Number
HMBC58ST
Brand
Magic Chef
Age
1-5 years
After plugging it in, the fridge cools to the set point and the compressor turns off.
-There is a refrigeration cycle indicator and it correctly indicates whether the compressor is running or not during this time.
-There is also a digital display of the temperature sensor and it correctly displays the temperature.

Within 12-24 hours, the compressor turns back on and doesn't stop running unless you unplug it from the wall.
-The compressor is running but the refrigeration cycle indicator is not showing that it is on.
-The digital display of the temperature sensor is still correctly showing the temperature (down to zero Celsius and then flashes "LL").

I resistance tested the temperature and defrost sensors and both appear to be working correctly.

Any ideas as to what's wrong?
 

jeff1

Appliance Tech - Moderator
Staff member
Joined
Oct 10, 2004
Messages
26,157
Location
Ontario, Canada
Hi,

I resistance tested the temperature and defrost sensors and both appear to be working correctly.

I'd guess then the control/pcboard is sticking on if the temp sensing devices are ok.
If you plan on changing the control I'd change the temp sensor at the same time....which should hopefully give you a reliable repair.

jeff sr.
 
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