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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS GUIDE
THERMISTORS
Thermistors are used for various temperature readings.
Thermistors provide reliable temperature readings using a
resistance which varies based on surrounding
temperatures. If a faulty thermistor is suspected it may
be tested using an accurate ohmmeter. In an ice water
bath (32°F) resistance should measure 16.1 kilohms.
5K OHMS @ 77°
16.1K OHMS - 32°F ambient
THERMISTOR FAILURE
Limp Mode Data Table
Zone Thermistor
If the zone thermistor fails, the unit will continue to
operate in a timed limp mode which varies by model. The
unit will otherwise operate normally. The error will be
displayed in the error log.
Evaporator Thermistor
If the evaporator thermistor fails, the unit will rely on a
preset defrost time during defrost cycles. The unit will
otherwise operate normally. Evaporator thermistor errors
will be displayed in the error log.
Always assure that all thermistor connections are clean
and dry. Whenever opening a thermistor connection be
sure to apply a fresh dab of die electric grease.
System
Condition
Suction
Pressure
Suction Line
Compressor
Discharge
Condenser
Capillary
Tube
Evaporator
Wattage
Normal
Normal
Slightly below
room
temperature
Very hot
Very hot
Warm
Cold
Normal
Overcharge
Higher than
normal
Very cold - may
frost heavily
Slightly warm
to hot
Hot to warm
Cool
Cold
Higher than
normal
Undercharge
Lower than
normal
Warm - near
room
temperature
Hot
Warm
Warm
Extremely cold
near inlet -
outlet below
room
temperature
Lower than
normal
Partial
Restriction
Somewhat
lower than
normal - in
vacuum
Warm - near
room
temperature
Very hot
Top passes
warm lower
passes cool
(near room
temperature
due to liquid)
Room
temperature
(cool) or colder
Extremely cold
near inlet -
outlet below
room
temperature
backing up
Lower than
normal
Complete
Restriction
In deep
vacuum
Room
temperature
(cool)
Room
temperature
(cool)
Room
temperature
(cool)
Room
temperature
(cool)
No refrigeration Lower than
normal
No Gas
0 PSIG to 25"
Room
temperature
(cool)
Cool to hot
Room
temperature
(cool)
Room
temperature
(cool)
No refrigeration Lower than
normal
Mode
ON
OFF
Beverage/Drinks
10 min.
45 min.
Market/Fresh
10 min.
45 min.
Root
5 min.
90 min.
Pantry
10 min.
45 min.
Deli
10 min.
45 min.
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