The Over Temperature feature is designed to let you know when either the refrigerator temperature rises above 48°F (9°C) or the freezer temperature rises above 15°F (-9°C) for longer than 1¹⁄₂ hours.
Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for five (5) minutes.
Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s).
Monitor the refrigerator for a couple of minutes to ensure the error code does not display again.
Verify refrigerator operation.
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Here's what a professional technician does to resolve this issue:
Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for five (5) minutes.
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KitchenAid error code Over Temperature Light indicates: The Over Temperature feature is designed to let you know when either the refrigerator temperature rises above 48°F (9°C) or the freezer temperature rises above 15°F (-9°C) for longer than 1¹⁄₂ hours.. This is a medium-severity issue affecting your refrigerator.
Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) for five (5) minutes. Then, Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s). Then, Monitor the refrigerator for a couple of minutes to ensure the error code does not display again. There are 1 more steps — see the full troubleshooting guide above. If these steps don't resolve the error, contact a professional.
Repair costs for KitchenAid Over Temperature Light typically range from $100 to $500 depending on the specific cause. EasyBear offers free diagnosis when you proceed with the repair. Call (415) 795-7300 for a same-day appointment.