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Whirlpool Air Conditioner Error Code E5

Timed ice making - ice storage temperature is satisfactory but the ice mold remains in freeze state too long; possible ice maker mold thermistor anomaly.

SourceWhirlpool Air Conditioner - Tech Sheet: Control Board Troubleshooting (W11717560)Service Test 56

Diagnostic procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check ice maker mold thermistor.

SourceWhirlpool Air Conditioner - Tech Sheet: Control Board Troubleshooting (W11717560)Service Test 56

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