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D. Harvest Control – Thermistor
A thermistor (semiconductor) is used for a harvest control sensor. The resistance varies
depending on the suction line temperatures. The thermistor detects the temperature of
the evaporator outlet to start the harvest timer. No adjustment is required. If necessary,
check for resistance between thermistor leads, and visually check the thermistor
mounting, located on the suction line next to the evaporator outlet.
Temperature (°F) Temperature (°C) Resistance (k
Ω
)
0
-18
14.401
10
-12
10.613
32
0
6.000
50
10
3.871
70
21
2.474
90
32
1.633
Check a thermistor for resistance by using the following procedure:
1) Disconnect the connector K3 on the board.
2) Remove the thermistor. See "V.I. Removal and Replacement of Thermistor."
3) Immerse the thermistor sensor portion in a glass containing ice and water for 2 or
3 minutes.
4) Check for a resistance between thermistor leads. Normal reading is within 3.5 to 7 k
Ω
.
Replace the thermistor if it exceeds the normal reading.
E. Bin Control
CAUTION
When the ambient temperature is below 45°F (7°C), the bin control thermostat
operates to stop the icemaker even if the ice storage bin is empty. When the
thermostat is set in the prohibited range, the icemaker operates continuously
even if the ice storage bin is filled with ice. Setting in the prohibited range might
cause severe damage to the icemaker resulting in failure.
No adjustment is required under normal use, as the bin control is factory-adjusted. Adjust
it, if necessary, so that the icemaker stops automatically within 10 seconds after ice
contacts the bin control thermostat bulb.
